#4B2A18

#4B2A18

Overview

#4B2A18 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 75, 42, 24, in HSL 21.2°, 51.5%, 19.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.0%, 68.0%, 70.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4B2A18

RGB

75, 42, 24

HSL

21.2, 51.5%, 19.4%

HSV

21.2, 68.0%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.0%, 68.0%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3231 0.0571 48.5

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: #4B2A18;
color: #4B2A18;
border-color: #4B2A18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.78:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.64:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B2A18?

RGB(75, 42, 24) · HSL(21.2, 51.5%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.0%, 68.0%, 70.6%)

Does #4B2A18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B2A18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B2A18 background; contrast on black is 1.64:1.