#6C4D22

#6C4D22

Overview

#6C4D22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 77, 34, in HSL 34.9°, 52.1%, 27.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.7%, 68.5%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C4D22

RGB

108, 77, 34

HSL

34.9, 52.1%, 27.8%

HSV

34.9, 68.5%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.7%, 68.5%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4446 0.0722 72.9

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: #6C4D22;
color: #6C4D22;
border-color: #6C4D22;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C4D22?

RGB(108, 77, 34) · HSL(34.9, 52.1%, 27.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.7%, 68.5%, 57.6%)

Does #6C4D22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C4D22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C4D22 background; contrast on black is 2.72:1.