#4A291F Hex Color
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This muted, dark red carries a heavy, serious weight, bordering on matte. With its dusty brown undertones, #4a291f functions best as a subtle background or a grounding accent rather than a primary color. It provides excellent readability for white text, making it a reliable choice for formal or moody brand palettes that require a traditional, authoritative look.
Questions about #4a291f
What is #4a291f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4a291f is rgb(74, 41, 31), in HSL hsl(14, 41%, 21%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 58%, 71%.
What colors pair best with #4a291f for a balanced design?
Is #4a291f readable on white or black?
#4a291f has a 12.89:1 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.