#6B4020

#6B4020

Overview

#6B4020 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 107, 64, 32, in HSL 25.6°, 54.0%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.2%, 70.1%, 58.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6B4020

RGB

107, 64, 32

HSL

25.6, 54.0%, 27.3%

HSV

25.6, 70.1%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.2%, 70.1%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4159 0.0754 55.5

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: #6B4020;
color: #6B4020;
border-color: #6B4020;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B4020?

RGB(107, 64, 32) · HSL(25.6, 54.0%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.2%, 70.1%, 58.0%)

Does #6B4020 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B4020?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B4020 background; contrast on black is 2.38:1.