#4C3C22

#4C3C22

Overview

#4C3C22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 60, 34, in HSL 37.1°, 38.2%, 21.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.1%, 55.3%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C3C22

RGB

76, 60, 34

HSL

37.1, 38.2%, 21.6%

HSV

37.1, 55.3%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.1%, 55.3%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3667 0.0458 78.7

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: #4C3C22;
color: #4C3C22;
border-color: #4C3C22;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C3C22?

RGB(76, 60, 34) · HSL(37.1, 38.2%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.1%, 55.3%, 70.2%)

Does #4C3C22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C3C22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C3C22 background; contrast on black is 1.98:1.