#6A4D1F

#6A4D1F

Overview

#6A4D1F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 77, 31, in HSL 36.8Β°, 54.7%, 26.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.4%, 70.8%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A4D1F

RGB

106, 77, 31

HSL

36.8, 54.7%, 26.9%

HSV

36.8, 70.8%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.4%, 70.8%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4418 0.0732 76.2

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: #6A4D1F;
color: #6A4D1F;
border-color: #6A4D1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A4D1F?

RGB(106, 77, 31) · HSL(36.8, 54.7%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.4%, 70.8%, 58.4%)

Does #6A4D1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A4D1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A4D1F background; contrast on black is 2.69:1.