#4E240F

#4E240F

Color Values

HEX

#4E240F

RGB

78, 36, 15

HSL

20.0, 67.7%, 18.2%

HSV

20.0, 80.8%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.8%, 80.8%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3145 0.0708 45.3

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: #4E240F;
color: #4E240F;
border-color: #4E240F;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.26:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.58:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E240F?

RGB(78, 36, 15) · HSL(20.0, 67.7%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.8%, 80.8%, 69.4%)

Does #4E240F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.26:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E240F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E240F background; contrast on black is 1.58:1.