#824A00 Hex Color

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This dark, unsaturated brown carries an earthy, grounded warmth. It functions best as a moody background for organic or artisan branding projects. White text provides excellent readability against this hex code, #824a00, meeting strong accessibility standards with a 7.2:1 contrast ratio. While reliable and strong, keep this shade away from expansive flat areas to prevent a muddy appearance.

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What is #824a00 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #824a00 is rgb(130, 74, 0), in HSL hsl(34, 100%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 100%, 49%.

What colors pair well with #824a00 in a design palette?

This earthy brown creates a sophisticated look when combined with cream or soft sage tones. It also works as a grounding element for brighter, more vibrant accents, though it is best to avoid using it in large, flat blocks to prevent it from appearing muddy.

Is #824a00 readable on white or black?

#824a00 has a 7.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.92:1 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.

#824A00 Hex Color

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