#4D3012

#4D3012

Color Values

HEX

#4D3012

RGB

77, 48, 18

HSL

30.5, 62.1%, 18.6%

HSV

30.5, 76.6%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.7%, 76.6%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.338 0.0605 63.9

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: #4D3012;
color: #4D3012;
border-color: #4D3012;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.02:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D3012?

RGB(77, 48, 18) · HSL(30.5, 62.1%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.7%, 76.6%, 69.8%)

Does #4D3012 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D3012?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D3012 background; contrast on black is 1.75:1.