#6D482A

#6D482A

Overview

#6D482A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 72, 42, in HSL 26.9°, 44.4%, 29.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.9%, 61.5%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D482A

RGB

109, 72, 42

HSL

26.9, 44.4%, 29.6%

HSV

26.9, 61.5%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.9%, 61.5%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4364 0.0671 58.8

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: #6D482A;
color: #6D482A;
border-color: #6D482A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D482A?

RGB(109, 72, 42) · HSL(26.9, 44.4%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.9%, 61.5%, 57.3%)

Does #6D482A meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D482A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D482A background; contrast on black is 2.61:1.