#6A4019

#6A4019

Overview

#6A4019 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 64, 25, in HSL 28.9°, 61.8%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.6%, 76.4%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A4019

RGB

106, 64, 25

HSL

28.9, 61.8%, 25.7%

HSV

28.9, 76.4%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.6%, 76.4%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4136 0.0788 60.4

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #6A4019;
color: #6A4019;
border-color: #6A4019;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A4019?

RGB(106, 64, 25) · HSL(28.9, 61.8%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.6%, 76.4%, 58.4%)

Does #6A4019 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A4019?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A4019 background; contrast on black is 2.36:1.