Brown

Q: How do I use #524514 in CSS?

You can use #524514 in CSS with: background-color: #524514; or color: #524514; or as an RGB value: rgb(82, 69, 20). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 16%, 76%, 68%.

#524514

Brown is a warm dark color with the hex code #524514. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 82, 69, 20 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 16%, 76%, 68% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Brown Color Values

HEX: #524514
RGB: 82, 69, 20
HSL: 47°, 61%, 20%
CMYK: 0, 16, 76, 68

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Brown sits at 47° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 61% saturation and 20% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like Brown 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 Brown in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 16%, 76%, 68% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Brown

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #524514;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 82, 69, 20;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#524514',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 16%
Y: 76%
K: 68%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(82, 69, 20)
rgba(82, 69, 20, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 47° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #524514?

#524514 is Brown, a warm dark color with RGB values of 82, 69, 20. It has a hue of 47°, 61% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #524514?

The RGB color code for #524514 is rgb(82, 69, 20). This means it contains 82 red, 69 green, and 20 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Brown a warm or cool color?

Brown (#524514) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #524514 in CSS?

You can use #524514 in CSS with: background-color: #524514; or color: #524514; or as an RGB value: rgb(82, 69, 20). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 16%, 76%, 68%.