#74612C

#74612C

Overview

#74612C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 97, 44, in HSL 44.2°, 45.0%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.4%, 62.1%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8000 Green Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74612C

RGB

116, 97, 44

HSL

44.2, 45.0%, 31.4%

HSV

44.2, 62.1%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.4%, 62.1%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4996 0.0755 89.7

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: #74612C;
color: #74612C;
border-color: #74612C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.02:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74612C?

RGB(116, 97, 44) · HSL(44.2, 45.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.4%, 62.1%, 54.5%)

Does #74612C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74612C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74612C background; contrast on black is 3.49:1.