#B17F28

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B17F28?

RGB(177, 127, 40), HSL(38.1, 63.1%, 42.5%), CMYK(0.0%, 28.2%, 77.4%, 30.6%).

Q: Does #B17F28 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.54:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B17F28 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 177, 127, 40, in HSL 38.1°, 63.1%, 42.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.2%, 77.4%, 30.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 1005 Honey Yellow.

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Color Values

HEX

#B17F28

RGB

177, 127, 40

HSL

38.1, 63.1%, 42.5%

HSV

38.1, 77.4%, 69.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.2%, 77.4%, 30.6%

OKLCH

0.6314 0.1169 76.9

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: RAL 1005 Honey Yellow

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.