#6D4E36

#6D4E36

Overview

#6D4E36 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 78, 54, in HSL 26.2°, 33.7%, 32.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.4%, 50.5%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D4E36

RGB

109, 78, 54

HSL

26.2, 33.7%, 32.0%

HSV

26.2, 50.5%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.4%, 50.5%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4513 0.0555 58.5

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: #6D4E36;
color: #6D4E36;
border-color: #6D4E36;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.52:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D4E36?

RGB(109, 78, 54) · HSL(26.2, 33.7%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.4%, 50.5%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4E36 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.52:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4E36?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4E36 background; contrast on black is 2.79:1.