#6D4118

#6D4118

Overview

#6D4118 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 65, 24, in HSL 28.9°, 63.9%, 26.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.4%, 78.0%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D4118

RGB

109, 65, 24

HSL

28.9, 63.9%, 26.1%

HSV

28.9, 78.0%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.4%, 78.0%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4197 0.0818 60.1

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: #6D4118;
color: #6D4118;
border-color: #6D4118;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.68:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D4118?

RGB(109, 65, 24) · HSL(28.9, 63.9%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.4%, 78.0%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4118 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.68:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4118?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4118 background; contrast on black is 2.42:1.