#6A4136

#6A4136

Overview

#6A4136 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 65, 54, in HSL 12.7°, 32.5%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.7%, 49.1%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A4136

RGB

106, 65, 54

HSL

12.7, 32.5%, 31.4%

HSV

12.7, 49.1%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.7%, 49.1%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4205 0.0604 35.8

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: #6A4136;
color: #6A4136;
border-color: #6A4136;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A4136?

RGB(106, 65, 54) · HSL(12.7, 32.5%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.7%, 49.1%, 58.4%)

Does #6A4136 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A4136?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A4136 background; contrast on black is 2.42:1.