#4C0400 Hex Color
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Walnut Brown is a near-black, unsaturated red that carries a heavy, serious weight. This deep shade creates a moody aesthetic, making it excellent for high-contrast accents rather than full-page backgrounds. It pairs well with metallic golds or soft creams for an elegant, formal look. White text remains perfectly legible against this tone, which carries the hex code #4c0400.
Questions about Walnut Brown
What is the hex code for Walnut Brown?
Walnut Brown is #4c0400. In RGB that is rgb(76, 4, 0), in HSL hsl(3, 100%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 95%, 100%, 70%.
How should I use #4c0400 in a design project?
Use #4c0400 as a sophisticated alternative to pure black for text or primary accents, as its subtle red undertones feel less harsh on the screen. It works best in high-contrast layouts when paired with cream or metallic gold tones.
What colors pair well with Walnut Brown?
Is Walnut Brown readable on white or black?
Walnut Brown has a 15.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.