#524336 Hex Color
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#524336 is a dark, muted brown with ashy gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, grounded mood suited to coffee, tobacco, artisan, and vintage branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or faded sage, since large areas can feel heavy. White text reads clearly on this hex code, with about 9.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #524336
What is #524336 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #524336 is rgb(82, 67, 54), in HSL hsl(28, 21%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 34%, 68%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #524336 read as warm or cool?
#524336 reads as a muted, slightly warm brown overall, but its ashy gray undertones soften the warmth and keep it from feeling rich or reddish, giving layouts a serious, weathered character rather than a bright, cozy mood.
What colors pair well with #524336?
#524336 pairs well with cream or faded sage to lighten its dusty, grounded look, while muted terracotta adds warmth for coffee, artisan, or vintage-inspired palettes without overpowering the brown or making it feel overly bright.
Where does #524336 work best?
#524336 works best as a supporting color in coffee packaging, tobacco-inspired layouts, artisan branding, borders, and dark UI surfaces, where its low saturation adds weight and helps anchor lighter neutrals without demanding attention.
Is #524336 readable on white or black?
#524336 has a 9.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.21:1 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.