#473231 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted reddish-brown feels grounded and serious. Because it is so dark, #473231 works best as a supporting background element or a textured accent rather than a primary fill. It creates high contrast with white text, making it legible for small type. If you are learning what colors make brown, this hex code serves as a prime example of an earthy, desaturated shade.
Questions about #473231
What is #473231 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #473231 is rgb(71, 50, 49), in HSL hsl(3, 18%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 31%, 72%.
How should I use #473231 in my design projects?
Since #473231 is quite dark, treat it primarily as a grounding background or a textured accent rather than a dominant primary color. It provides excellent contrast for white or light cream typography, ensuring your small text remains crisp and highly legible for readers.
What color schemes pair well with #473231?
Is #473231 readable on white or black?
#473231 has a 11.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.76:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.