#4B3722

#4B3722

Overview

#4B3722 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 75, 55, 34, in HSL 30.7°, 37.6%, 21.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.7%, 54.7%, 70.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4B3722

RGB

75, 55, 34

HSL

30.7, 37.6%, 21.4%

HSV

30.7, 54.7%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.7%, 54.7%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3537 0.0437 67.0

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: #4B3722;
color: #4B3722;
border-color: #4B3722;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B3722?

RGB(75, 55, 34) · HSL(30.7, 37.6%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.7%, 54.7%, 70.6%)

Does #4B3722 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B3722?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B3722 background; contrast on black is 1.87:1.