#4C4940

#4C4940

Overview

#4C4940 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 73, 64, in HSL 45.0°, 8.6%, 27.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 3.9%, 15.8%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 7010 Tarpaulin Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C4940

RGB

76, 73, 64

HSL

45.0, 8.6%, 27.5%

HSV

45.0, 15.8%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 3.9%, 15.8%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.4054 0.0152 91.7

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: #4C4940;
color: #4C4940;
border-color: #4C4940;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C4940?

RGB(76, 73, 64) · HSL(45.0, 8.6%, 27.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 3.9%, 15.8%, 70.2%)

Does #4C4940 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C4940?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C4940 background; contrast on black is 2.33:1.