#562A18

#562A18

Color Values

HEX

#562A18

RGB

86, 42, 24

HSL

17.4, 56.4%, 21.6%

HSV

17.4, 72.1%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.2%, 72.1%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3402 0.0712 42.3

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: #562A18;
color: #562A18;
border-color: #562A18;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562A18?

RGB(86, 42, 24) · HSL(17.4, 56.4%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.2%, 72.1%, 66.3%)

Does #562A18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562A18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562A18 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.