#6D3F26

#6D3F26

Overview

#6D3F26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 63, 38, in HSL 21.1°, 48.3%, 28.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.2%, 65.1%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D3F26

RGB

109, 63, 38

HSL

21.1, 48.3%, 28.8%

HSV

21.1, 65.1%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.2%, 65.1%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4176 0.0746 48.3

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: #6D3F26;
color: #6D3F26;
border-color: #6D3F26;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D3F26?

RGB(109, 63, 38) · HSL(21.1, 48.3%, 28.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.2%, 65.1%, 57.3%)

Does #6D3F26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D3F26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D3F26 background; contrast on black is 2.39:1.