#74462B

#74462B

Overview

#74462B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 70, 43, in HSL 22.2°, 45.9%, 31.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.7%, 62.9%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74462B

RGB

116, 70, 43

HSL

22.2, 45.9%, 31.2%

HSV

22.2, 62.9%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 62.9%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4419 0.075 50.3

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: #74462B;
color: #74462B;
border-color: #74462B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.91:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74462B?

RGB(116, 70, 43) · HSL(22.2, 45.9%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 62.9%, 54.5%)

Does #74462B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.91:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74462B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74462B background; contrast on black is 2.65:1.