#6A4D22

#6A4D22

Overview

#6A4D22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 77, 34, in HSL 35.8°, 51.4%, 27.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.4%, 67.9%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A4D22

RGB

106, 77, 34

HSL

35.8, 51.4%, 27.5%

HSV

35.8, 67.9%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.4%, 67.9%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4421 0.0708 74.8

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: #6A4D22;
color: #6A4D22;
border-color: #6A4D22;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A4D22?

RGB(106, 77, 34) · HSL(35.8, 51.4%, 27.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.4%, 67.9%, 58.4%)

Does #6A4D22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #6A4D22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A4D22 background; contrast on black is 2.7:1.