#4A2D26

#4A2D26

Overview

#4A2D26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 45, 38, in HSL 11.7°, 32.1%, 22.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.2%, 48.6%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A2D26

RGB

74, 45, 38

HSL

11.7, 32.1%, 22.0%

HSV

11.7, 48.6%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.2%, 48.6%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3309 0.045 34.2

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: #4A2D26;
color: #4A2D26;
border-color: #4A2D26;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.39:1

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 #4A2D26?

RGB(74, 45, 38) · HSL(11.7, 32.1%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.2%, 48.6%, 71.0%)

Does #4A2D26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A2D26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A2D26 background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.