Dark Walnut (#59260b) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Dark Walnut (#59260b) Color Information

Dark Walnut (#59260b) RGB value is (89, 38, 11). The hex color red value is 89, green is 38, and blue is 11. Its HSL format shows a hue of 21°, saturation of 78%, and lightness of 20%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 57%, 88%, and 65%.

Colors that pair well with Dark Walnut (#59260b) include Night Bordeaux (#58111A), Pullman Brown (UPS Brown) (#644117), and Opal Green (#015D52), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Emerald Depths (#00563B), Deep Violet (#330066), and Midnight Green (#004953) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Dark Walnut color swatch with hex value #59260B and RGB value (89,38,11)

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Dark Walnut (#59260b) Color Meaning

Dark Walnut (#59260B) sits within deep brown reds with nearly black undertones. It mirrors aged wood and rich soil. The shade feels dense, authoritative, and grounding. Dark Walnut (#59260B) commands subtle attention. Symbolically, Dark Walnut (#59260B) represents endurance, wisdom, and structured strength. It signals experience and careful decision-making. In color psychology, very deep browns encourage seriousness, reliability, and emotional stability. Dark Walnut (#59260B) feels resolute. Historically, dark walnut wood was prized for furniture, cabinetry, and tools. Its use symbolized status, durability, and refined taste. In contemporary design, Dark Walnut (#59260B) communicates strength and tradition while complementing lighter tones. The color feels commanding yet natural.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Dark Walnut (#59260b) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#59260b

RGB

rgb(89, 38, 11)

HSL

hsl(21°, 78%, 20%)

CMYK

cmyk(0%, 57%, 88%, 65%)

HSV

hsv(21°, 88%, 35%)

XYZ

4.8733 3.5342 0.7419

Yxy

3.5342 0.5326 0.3863

Hunter Lab

18.7995 0.2646 0.1721

CIE-Lab

22.0677 21.6669 27.4356

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Dark Walnut (#59260b) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red89 / 255 (35%)

35%

Green38 / 255 (15%)

15%

Blue11 / 255 (4%)

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)

Magenta57 / 100 (57%)

57%

Yellow88 / 100 (88%)

88%

Key (Black)65 / 100 (65%)

65%

Color Variations

A full range of Dark Walnut (#59260b) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Dark Walnut (#59260b) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Dark Walnut (#59260b) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

12.30:1

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Dark Walnut (#59260b) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.