#504228

#504228

Color Values

HEX

#504228

RGB

80, 66, 40

HSL

39.0, 33.3%, 23.5%

HSV

39.0, 50.0%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.5%, 50.0%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3868 0.0443 82.2

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: #504228;
color: #504228;
border-color: #504228;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #504228?

RGB(80, 66, 40) · HSL(39.0, 33.3%, 23.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.5%, 50.0%, 68.6%)

Does #504228 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #504228?

Use FFFFFF text on a #504228 background; contrast on black is 2.15:1.