#4D4A42

#4D4A42

Overview

#4D4A42 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 74, 66, in HSL 43.6°, 7.7%, 28.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 3.9%, 14.3%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 7010 Tarpaulin Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D4A42

RGB

77, 74, 66

HSL

43.6, 7.7%, 28.0%

HSV

43.6, 14.3%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 3.9%, 14.3%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.4094 0.0136 89.8

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: #4D4A42;
color: #4D4A42;
border-color: #4D4A42;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D4A42?

RGB(77, 74, 66) · HSL(43.6, 7.7%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 3.9%, 14.3%, 69.8%)

Does #4D4A42 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D4A42?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D4A42 background; contrast on black is 2.37:1.