#492E19

#492E19

Overview

#492E19 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 46, 25, in HSL 26.2°, 49.0%, 19.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.0%, 65.8%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#492E19

RGB

73, 46, 25

HSL

26.2, 49.0%, 19.2%

HSV

26.2, 65.8%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.0%, 65.8%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3289 0.0517 57.6

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #492E19;
color: #492E19;
border-color: #492E19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492E19?

RGB(73, 46, 25) · HSL(26.2, 49.0%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.0%, 65.8%, 71.4%)

Does #492E19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492E19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492E19 background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.