#4B312A

#4B312A

Overview

#4B312A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 75, 49, 42, in HSL 12.7°, 28.2%, 22.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.7%, 44.0%, 70.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4B312A

RGB

75, 49, 42

HSL

12.7, 28.2%, 22.9%

HSV

12.7, 44.0%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.7%, 44.0%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.342 0.0402 35.7

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: #4B312A;
color: #4B312A;
border-color: #4B312A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B312A?

RGB(75, 49, 42) · HSL(12.7, 28.2%, 22.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.7%, 44.0%, 70.6%)

Does #4B312A meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B312A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B312A background; contrast on black is 1.77:1.