#52482E

#52482E

Color Values

HEX

#52482E

RGB

82, 72, 46

HSL

43.3, 28.1%, 25.1%

HSV

43.3, 43.9%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.2%, 43.9%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.4047 0.0422 89.3

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: #52482E;
color: #52482E;
border-color: #52482E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #52482E?

RGB(82, 72, 46) · HSL(43.3, 28.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.2%, 43.9%, 67.8%)

Does #52482E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #52482E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #52482E background; contrast on black is 2.33:1.