#4D240F

#4D240F

Color Values

HEX

#4D240F

RGB

77, 36, 15

HSL

20.3, 67.4%, 18.0%

HSV

20.3, 80.5%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.2%, 80.5%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3129 0.0696 45.8

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: #4D240F;
color: #4D240F;
border-color: #4D240F;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D240F?

RGB(77, 36, 15) · HSL(20.3, 67.4%, 18.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.2%, 80.5%, 69.8%)

Does #4D240F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D240F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D240F background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.