#4E2D24

#4E2D24

Overview

#4E2D24 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 45, 36, in HSL 12.9°, 36.8%, 22.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.3%, 53.8%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E2D24

RGB

78, 45, 36

HSL

12.9, 36.8%, 22.4%

HSV

12.9, 53.8%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.3%, 53.8%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3362 0.0516 36.0

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: #4E2D24;
color: #4E2D24;
border-color: #4E2D24;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E2D24?

RGB(78, 45, 36) · HSL(12.9, 36.8%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.3%, 53.8%, 69.4%)

Does #4E2D24 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E2D24?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E2D24 background; contrast on black is 1.72:1.