#704C31 Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated brown carries an ashy, muted quality that anchors moody design palettes. Because of its heavy, earthy character, #704c31 works best as a grounding 30% accent rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted sage greens or creamy off-whites. The hex code for this serious, reliable shade is #704c31, which offers enough contrast for white text to remain legible.
Questions about #704c31
What is #704c31 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #704c31 is rgb(112, 76, 49), in HSL hsl(26, 39%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 56%, 56%.
What colors pair best with #704c31 for a professional look?
Is #704c31 suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #704c31 provides enough contrast against standard white backgrounds to meet basic accessibility standards. It serves as an excellent, softer alternative to pure black or charcoal for body text when you want to avoid harsh visual strain.
Is #704c31 readable on white or black?
#704c31 has a 7.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.76:1 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.