#742F19

#742F19

Overview

#742F19 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 47, 25, in HSL 14.5Β°, 64.5%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 59.5%, 78.4%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8029 Pearl Copper.

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Color Values

HEX

#742F19

RGB

116, 47, 25

HSL

14.5, 64.5%, 27.6%

HSV

14.5, 78.4%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 59.5%, 78.4%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.3984 0.1032 37.9

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: #742F19;
color: #742F19;
border-color: #742F19;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #742F19?

RGB(116, 47, 25) · HSL(14.5, 64.5%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 59.5%, 78.4%, 54.5%)

Does #742F19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #742F19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #742F19 background; contrast on black is 2.16:1.