#492B1D color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(73, 43, 29)

HSL:hsl(19, 43%, 20%)

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HEX

#492B1D

RGB

73, 43, 29

HSL

19°, 43%, 20%

HSV

19°, 60%, 29%

CMYK

0%, 41%, 60%, 71%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#492B1D

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #492B1D behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#492B1D

10%#42271A

20%#3A2217

30%#331E14

40%#2C1A11

50%#24150F

60%#1D110C

70%#160D09

80%#0F0906

90%#070403

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#492B1D

10%#663C29

20%#834D34

30%#A05F40

40%#B97150

50%#C5896D

60%#D0A18A

70%#DCB8A7

80%#E8D0C5

90%#F3E7E2

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #492B1D.

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Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #492B1D is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#492B1D

Contrast ratio1.65:1

WCAG levelFail

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#492B1D

Contrast ratio12.75:1

WCAG levelAAA

Recommended text preview

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#492B1D

Contrast ratio12.75:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

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Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #492B1D appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #492B1D as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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