#562E20

#562E20

Color Values

HEX

#562E20

RGB

86, 46, 32

HSL

15.6, 45.8%, 23.1%

HSV

15.6, 62.8%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.5%, 62.8%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3494 0.0634 39.9

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: #562E20;
color: #562E20;
border-color: #562E20;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.81:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562E20?

RGB(86, 46, 32) · HSL(15.6, 45.8%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.5%, 62.8%, 66.3%)

Does #562E20 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562E20?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562E20 background; contrast on black is 1.81:1.