#4C331E

#4C331E

Overview

#4C331E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 51, 30, in HSL 27.4°, 43.4%, 20.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.9%, 60.5%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C331E

RGB

76, 51, 30

HSL

27.4, 43.4%, 20.8%

HSV

27.4, 60.5%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.9%, 60.5%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3451 0.049 60.2

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: #4C331E;
color: #4C331E;
border-color: #4C331E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C331E?

RGB(76, 51, 30) · HSL(27.4, 43.4%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.9%, 60.5%, 70.2%)

Does #4C331E meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C331E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C331E background; contrast on black is 1.8:1.