#513C16

#513C16

Color Values

HEX

#513C16

RGB

81, 60, 22

HSL

38.6, 57.3%, 20.2%

HSV

38.6, 72.8%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.9%, 72.8%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3711 0.061 79.7

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: #513C16;
color: #513C16;
border-color: #513C16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #513C16?

RGB(81, 60, 22) · HSL(38.6, 57.3%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.9%, 72.8%, 68.2%)

Does #513C16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #513C16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #513C16 background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.