#4C2F26

#4C2F26

Overview

#4C2F26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 47, 38, in HSL 14.2°, 33.3%, 22.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.2%, 50.0%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C2F26

RGB

76, 47, 38

HSL

14.2, 33.3%, 22.4%

HSV

14.2, 50.0%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.2%, 50.0%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3381 0.0457 38.0

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: #4C2F26;
color: #4C2F26;
border-color: #4C2F26;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C2F26?

RGB(76, 47, 38) · HSL(14.2, 33.3%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.2%, 50.0%, 70.2%)

Does #4C2F26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C2F26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C2F26 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.