#513C2E

#513C2E

Color Values

HEX

#513C2E

RGB

81, 60, 46

HSL

24.0, 27.6%, 24.9%

HSV

24.0, 43.2%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.9%, 43.2%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3754 0.0375 55.0

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: #513C2E;
color: #513C2E;
border-color: #513C2E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.04:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #513C2E?

RGB(81, 60, 46) · HSL(24.0, 27.6%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.9%, 43.2%, 68.2%)

Does #513C2E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #513C2E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #513C2E background; contrast on black is 2.04:1.