#6C402C

#6C402C

Overview

#6C402C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 64, 44, in HSL 18.8°, 42.1%, 29.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.7%, 59.3%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C402C

RGB

108, 64, 44

HSL

18.8, 42.1%, 29.8%

HSV

18.8, 59.3%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.7%, 59.3%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4192 0.0691 44.9

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: #6C402C;
color: #6C402C;
border-color: #6C402C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C402C?

RGB(108, 64, 44) · HSL(18.8, 42.1%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.7%, 59.3%, 57.6%)

Does #6C402C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C402C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C402C background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.