#6D4015

#6D4015

Overview

#6D4015 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 64, 21, in HSL 29.3°, 67.7%, 25.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.3%, 80.7%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D4015

RGB

109, 64, 21

HSL

29.3, 67.7%, 25.5%

HSV

29.3, 80.7%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.3%, 80.7%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4174 0.0839 60.2

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: #6D4015;
color: #6D4015;
border-color: #6D4015;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.77:1

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 #6D4015?

RGB(109, 64, 21) · HSL(29.3, 67.7%, 25.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.3%, 80.7%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4015 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4015?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4015 background; contrast on black is 2.39:1.