#4C4237

#4C4237

Overview

#4C4237 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 66, 55, in HSL 31.4°, 16.0%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 13.2%, 27.6%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C4237

RGB

76, 66, 55

HSL

31.4, 16.0%, 25.7%

HSV

31.4, 27.6%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.2%, 27.6%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3859 0.0226 69.7

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: #4C4237;
color: #4C4237;
border-color: #4C4237;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.81:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C4237?

RGB(76, 66, 55) · HSL(31.4, 16.0%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.2%, 27.6%, 70.2%)

Does #4C4237 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C4237?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C4237 background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.