#6D4225

#6D4225

Overview

#6D4225 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 66, 37, in HSL 24.2°, 49.3%, 28.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.4%, 66.1%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D4225

RGB

109, 66, 37

HSL

24.2, 49.3%, 28.6%

HSV

24.2, 66.1%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.4%, 66.1%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4234 0.0733 53.4

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: #6D4225;
color: #6D4225;
border-color: #6D4225;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.55:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.46:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D4225?

RGB(109, 66, 37) · HSL(24.2, 49.3%, 28.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.4%, 66.1%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4225 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.55:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4225?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4225 background; contrast on black is 2.46:1.