#512F19

#512F19

Color Values

HEX

#512F19

RGB

81, 47, 25

HSL

23.6, 52.8%, 20.8%

HSV

23.6, 69.1%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.0%, 69.1%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3426 0.0604 52.3

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: #512F19;
color: #512F19;
border-color: #512F19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.86:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #512F19?

RGB(81, 47, 25) · HSL(23.6, 52.8%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.0%, 69.1%, 68.2%)

Does #512F19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.86:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #512F19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #512F19 background; contrast on black is 1.77:1.