#51442C

#51442C

Overview

#51442C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 81, 68, 44, in HSL 38.9°, 29.6%, 24.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.0%, 45.7%, 68.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#51442C

RGB

81, 68, 44

HSL

38.9, 29.6%, 24.5%

HSV

38.9, 45.7%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.0%, 45.7%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3936 0.0412 82.3

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: #51442C;
color: #51442C;
border-color: #51442C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #51442C?

RGB(81, 68, 44) · HSL(38.9, 29.6%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.0%, 45.7%, 68.2%)

Does #51442C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #51442C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #51442C background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.