#4A370F

#4A370F

Overview

#4A370F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 55, 15, in HSL 40.7°, 66.3%, 17.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.7%, 79.7%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A370F

RGB

74, 55, 15

HSL

40.7, 66.3%, 17.5%

HSV

40.7, 79.7%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.7%, 79.7%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3496 0.0611 82.5

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: #4A370F;
color: #4A370F;
border-color: #4A370F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A370F?

RGB(74, 55, 15) · HSL(40.7, 66.3%, 17.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.7%, 79.7%, 71.0%)

Does #4A370F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A370F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A370F background; contrast on black is 1.84:1.