#482B02 Hex Color
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Reach for #482b02 when a design needs a dark, soil-like brown that feels grounded rather than glossy. This hex code is very low in saturation, so it reads ashy and mellow, closer to worn leather than fresh coffee. White text sits comfortably on it at about 12.9:1 contrast. It works best as a dominant base in vintage, tobacco, or artisan branding, though large flat areas can turn muddy.
Questions about #482b02
What is #482b02 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #482b02 is rgb(72, 43, 2), in HSL hsl(35, 95%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 97%, 72%.
What colors pair well with #482b02?
Muted greens like sage and dusty teals give #482b02 contrast without clashing, since both sides stay low in saturation. Warm cream works well for type on top.
Is #482b02 readable on white or black?
#482b02 has a 12.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.62:1 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.