#6A482E

#6A482E

Overview

#6A482E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 72, 46, in HSL 26.0°, 39.5%, 29.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.1%, 56.6%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A482E

RGB

106, 72, 46

HSL

26.0, 39.5%, 29.8%

HSV

26.0, 56.6%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.1%, 56.6%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4332 0.0608 57.7

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: #6A482E;
color: #6A482E;
border-color: #6A482E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.58:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A482E?

RGB(106, 72, 46) · HSL(26.0, 39.5%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.1%, 56.6%, 58.4%)

Does #6A482E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A482E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A482E background; contrast on black is 2.58:1.