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Dark Charcoal

#462B20

Dark Charcoal is a warm dark color with the hex code #462B20. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 70, 43, 32 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 39%, 54%, 73% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Charcoal Color Values

HEX
#462B20
RGB
70, 43, 32
HSL
17°, 37%, 20%
CMYK
0, 39, 54, 73

About this color

Dark Charcoal sits at 17° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 37% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Dark Charcoal work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Dark Charcoal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 39%, 54%, 73% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Dark Charcoal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #462B20;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 70, 43, 32;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#462B20',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 39%
Y: 54%
K: 73%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(70, 43, 32)
rgba(70, 43, 32, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #462B20?
#462B20 is Dark Charcoal, a warm dark color with RGB values of 70, 43, 32. It has a hue of 17°, 37% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #462B20?
The RGB color code for #462B20 is rgb(70, 43, 32). This means it contains 70 red, 43 green, and 32 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Dark Charcoal a warm or cool color?
Dark Charcoal (#462B20) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #462B20 in CSS?
You can use #462B20 in CSS with: background-color: #462B20; or color: #462B20; or as an RGB value: rgb(70, 43, 32). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 39%, 54%, 73%.