#4A2C12

#4A2C12

Overview

#4A2C12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 44, 18, in HSL 27.9°, 60.9%, 18.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.5%, 75.7%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A2C12

RGB

74, 44, 18

HSL

27.9, 60.9%, 18.0%

HSV

27.9, 75.7%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.5%, 75.7%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3249 0.0588 59.2

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: #4A2C12;
color: #4A2C12;
border-color: #4A2C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A2C12?

RGB(74, 44, 18) · HSL(27.9, 60.9%, 18.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.5%, 75.7%, 71.0%)

Does #4A2C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A2C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A2C12 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.