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Brown

#4D4E18

Brown is a neutral dark color with the hex code #4D4E18. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 77, 78, 24 in digital design or CMYK 1%, 0%, 69%, 69% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Brown Color Values

HEX
#4D4E18
RGB
77, 78, 24
HSL
61°, 53%, 20%
CMYK
1, 0, 69, 69

About this color

Brown sits at 61° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 53% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Brown work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Brown in print, the CMYK breakdown of 1%, 0%, 69%, 69% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Brown

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4D4E18;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 77, 78, 24;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4D4E18',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 1%
M: 0%
Y: 69%
K: 69%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(77, 78, 24)
rgba(77, 78, 24, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 61° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4D4E18?
#4D4E18 is Brown, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 77, 78, 24. It has a hue of 61°, 53% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #4D4E18?
The RGB color code for #4D4E18 is rgb(77, 78, 24). This means it contains 77 red, 78 green, and 24 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Brown a warm or cool color?
Brown (#4D4E18) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #4D4E18 in CSS?
You can use #4D4E18 in CSS with: background-color: #4D4E18; or color: #4D4E18; or as an RGB value: rgb(77, 78, 24). For print design, use CMYK: 1%, 0%, 69%, 69%.