Saddlebrown Color — #8B4513
Complete color reference for #8B4513: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#8B4513rgb(139, 69, 19)hsl(25, 76%, 31%)hsv(25, 86%, 55%)C:0% M:50% Y:86% K:45%saddlebrown91271870.0979WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #8B4513?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(139, 69, 19). The red channel is 139, green is 69, and blue is 19 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #8B4513?
The HSL value is hsl(25, 76%, 31%). Hue is 25°, saturation is 76%, and lightness is 31%.
Does #8B4513 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #8B4513 achieves a 7.1:1 contrast ratio (AAA). On a black background it achieves 2.96:1 (Fail). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #8B4513?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #8B4513 is #13598B.