#562E1C

#562E1C

Overview

#562E1C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 86, 46, 28, in HSL 18.6°, 50.9%, 22.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 46.5%, 67.4%, 66.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#562E1C

RGB

86, 46, 28

HSL

18.6, 50.9%, 22.4%

HSV

18.6, 67.4%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.5%, 67.4%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3486 0.0655 44.3

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: #562E1C;
color: #562E1C;
border-color: #562E1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562E1C?

RGB(86, 46, 28) · HSL(18.6, 50.9%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.5%, 67.4%, 66.3%)

Does #562E1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562E1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562E1C background; contrast on black is 1.8:1.