RAL 8025 Pale Brown

#755C48

RAL color

Pale Brown (#755C48) is a medium, warm-neutral brown from the RAL Classic system with a soft, faded quality that sits between rich brown and sandy beige. Used in interior joinery, flooring finishes, and light furniture, it provides a gentle, understated warmth that complements both contemporary and traditional design schemes. The pale designation suggests a lightened quality that keeps it accessible and non-dominating in mixed-colour environments.

Color Values

HEX

#755C48

RGB

117, 92, 72

HSL

26.7, 23.8%, 37.1%

HSV

26.7, 38.5%, 45.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.4%, 38.5%, 54.1%

OKLCH

0.4946 0.0447 60.2

Properties

Color Psychology

True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.

Design Usage

Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #755C48;
color: #755C48;
border-color: #755C48;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.21:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #755C48?

RGB(117, 92, 72) · HSL(26.7, 23.8%, 37.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.4%, 38.5%, 54.1%)

Does #755C48 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #755C48?

Use FFFFFF text on a #755C48 background; contrast on black is 3.38:1.