#6D431F

#6D431F

Overview

#6D431F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 67, 31, in HSL 27.7°, 55.7%, 27.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.5%, 71.6%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D431F

RGB

109, 67, 31

HSL

27.7, 55.7%, 27.5%

HSV

27.7, 71.6%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.5%, 71.6%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4246 0.0768 59.0

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: #6D431F;
color: #6D431F;
border-color: #6D431F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D431F?

RGB(109, 67, 31) · HSL(27.7, 55.7%, 27.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.5%, 71.6%, 57.3%)

Does #6D431F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D431F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D431F background; contrast on black is 2.47:1.