#6A513C

#6A513C

Overview

#6A513C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 81, 60, in HSL 27.4°, 27.7%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.6%, 43.4%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8025 Pale Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A513C

RGB

106, 81, 60

HSL

27.4, 27.7%, 32.5%

HSV

27.4, 43.4%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.6%, 43.4%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4554 0.0465 61.3

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: #6A513C;
color: #6A513C;
border-color: #6A513C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.86:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A513C?

RGB(106, 81, 60) · HSL(27.4, 27.7%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.6%, 43.4%, 58.4%)

Does #6A513C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A513C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A513C background; contrast on black is 2.86:1.