#4C4138

#4C4138

Color Values

HEX

#4C4138

RGB

76, 65, 56

HSL

27.0, 15.2%, 25.9%

HSV

27.0, 26.3%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.5%, 26.3%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3838 0.0213 61.4

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: #4C4138;
color: #4C4138;
border-color: #4C4138;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.12:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C4138?

RGB(76, 65, 56) · HSL(27.0, 15.2%, 25.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.5%, 26.3%, 70.2%)

Does #4C4138 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C4138?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C4138 background; contrast on black is 2.12:1.