#74462D

#74462D

Overview

#74462D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 70, 45, in HSL 21.1°, 44.1%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.7%, 61.2%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74462D

RGB

116, 70, 45

HSL

21.1, 44.1%, 31.6%

HSV

21.1, 61.2%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 61.2%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4423 0.0738 48.6

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

RGB(116, 70, 45) · HSL(21.1, 44.1%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 61.2%, 54.5%)

Does #74462D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74462D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74462D background; contrast on black is 2.66:1.