#6C3616

#6C3616

Overview

#6C3616 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 54, 22, in HSL 22.3°, 66.2%, 25.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 50.0%, 79.6%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C3616

RGB

108, 54, 22

HSL

22.3, 66.2%, 25.5%

HSV

22.3, 79.6%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.0%, 79.6%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.3969 0.0885 48.5

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: #6C3616;
color: #6C3616;
border-color: #6C3616;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C3616?

RGB(108, 54, 22) · HSL(22.3, 66.2%, 25.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.0%, 79.6%, 57.6%)

Does #6C3616 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C3616?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C3616 background; contrast on black is 2.18:1.