#494336

#494336

Color Values

HEX

#494336

RGB

73, 67, 54

HSL

41.1, 15.0%, 24.9%

HSV

41.1, 26.0%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.2%, 26.0%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3848 0.0227 86.1

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: #494336;
color: #494336;
border-color: #494336;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.82:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #494336?

RGB(73, 67, 54) · HSL(41.1, 15.0%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.2%, 26.0%, 71.4%)

Does #494336 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.82:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #494336?

Use FFFFFF text on a #494336 background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.