#745C2C

#745C2C

Overview

#745C2C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 92, 44, in HSL 40.0°, 45.0%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 20.7%, 62.1%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#745C2C

RGB

116, 92, 44

HSL

40.0, 45.0%, 31.4%

HSV

40.0, 62.1%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.7%, 62.1%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4884 0.0726 82.9

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: #745C2C;
color: #745C2C;
border-color: #745C2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.34:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #745C2C?

RGB(116, 92, 44) · HSL(40.0, 45.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.7%, 62.1%, 54.5%)

Does #745C2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #745C2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #745C2C background; contrast on black is 3.31:1.