#843C22

#843C22

Overview

#843C22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 132, 60, 34, in HSL 15.9°, 59.0%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.5%, 74.2%, 48.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8004 Copper Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#843C22

RGB

132, 60, 34

HSL

15.9, 59.0%, 32.5%

HSV

15.9, 74.2%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.5%, 74.2%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.4463 0.1065 39.9

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: #843C22;
color: #843C22;
border-color: #843C22;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #843C22?

RGB(132, 60, 34) · HSL(15.9, 59.0%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.5%, 74.2%, 48.2%)

Does #843C22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #843C22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #843C22 background; contrast on black is 2.65:1.