#4C2012

#4C2012

Color Values

HEX

#4C2012

RGB

76, 32, 18

HSL

14.5, 61.7%, 18.4%

HSV

14.5, 76.3%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.9%, 76.3%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3042 0.071 38.2

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: #4C2012;
color: #4C2012;
border-color: #4C2012;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C2012?

RGB(76, 32, 18) · HSL(14.5, 61.7%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.9%, 76.3%, 70.2%)

Does #4C2012 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C2012?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C2012 background; contrast on black is 1.52:1.