#74512E

#74512E

Overview

#74512E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 81, 46, in HSL 30.0°, 43.2%, 31.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.2%, 60.3%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74512E

RGB

116, 81, 46

HSL

30.0, 43.2%, 31.8%

HSV

30.0, 60.3%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.2%, 60.3%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4649 0.0686 64.7

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: #74512E;
color: #74512E;
border-color: #74512E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.96:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74512E?

RGB(116, 81, 46) · HSL(30.0, 43.2%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.2%, 60.3%, 54.5%)

Does #74512E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74512E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74512E background; contrast on black is 2.96:1.