#6C473B

#6C473B

Overview

#6C473B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 71, 59, in HSL 14.7°, 29.3%, 32.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.3%, 45.4%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C473B

RGB

108, 71, 59

HSL

14.7, 29.3%, 32.7%

HSV

14.7, 45.4%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 45.4%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4365 0.0549 38.7

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: #6C473B;
color: #6C473B;
border-color: #6C473B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C473B?

RGB(108, 71, 59) · HSL(14.7, 29.3%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 45.4%, 57.6%)

Does #6C473B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C473B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C473B background; contrast on black is 2.6:1.