#512D09 Hex Color
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Reach for #512d09 when a layout needs a dark, earthy brown that feels warm but serious. The hex code reads dim and dusty, closer to coffee grounds than chocolate, with a muted orange undertone. It works as a dominant base in food, tobacco, or vintage branding, though large fields can turn muddy fast. White text stays readable on it at roughly 12.1:1 contrast. See other shades of brown for close alternatives.
Questions about #512d09
What is #512d09 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #512d09 is rgb(81, 45, 9), in HSL hsl(30, 80%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 44%, 89%, 68%.
What colors pair well with #512d09?
Muted teal and dusty sage give #512d09 a lifted, natural contrast, while cream and tan keep it grounded and warm. Avoid bright reds and oranges, which fight its low saturation and make the brown read muddy.
Is #512d09 readable on white or black?
#512d09 has a 12.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.72:1 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.