#48260D Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated brown offers a softer alternative to pure black for moody UI backgrounds and vintage-inspired branding. Because the hex code #48260d provides high contrast against white text, it maintains excellent readability for small body type. Use it as a dominant base and pair with warm creams or muted golds to avoid the muddy look that happens when it sits next to cooler grays.
Questions about #48260d
What is #48260d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #48260d is rgb(72, 38, 13), in HSL hsl(25, 69%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 82%, 72%.
How should I pair #48260d in my design palette?
Pair #48260d with warm creams or muted golds to prevent the brown from appearing muddy or flat on screen. It reads best when placed next to soft cream or pale gold rather than cool, stark grays which can clash with its warm, earthy base.
Is #48260d a good choice for text?
This color provides high contrast against white or light backgrounds, making it an excellent, softer choice for body copy compared to pure black. It maintains readability for small typography while adding a touch of sophisticated, organic warmth to any interface.
Is #48260d readable on white or black?
#48260d has a 13.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.55:1 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.