#72492A

#72492A

Overview

#72492A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 114, 73, 42, in HSL 25.8Β°, 46.2%, 30.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.0%, 63.2%, 55.3%. The nearest named color is Raw Umber.

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Color Values

HEX

#72492A

RGB

114, 73, 42

HSL

25.8, 46.2%, 30.6%

HSV

25.8, 63.2%, 44.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.0%, 63.2%, 55.3%

OKLCH

0.4451 0.0719 56.7

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: #72492A;
color: #72492A;
border-color: #72492A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #72492A?

RGB(114, 73, 42) · HSL(25.8, 46.2%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.0%, 63.2%, 55.3%)

Does #72492A meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #72492A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #72492A background; contrast on black is 2.7:1.