#6E2F16

#6E2F16

Overview

#6E2F16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 47, 22, in HSL 17.0°, 66.7%, 25.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 57.3%, 80.0%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8029 Pearl Copper.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E2F16

RGB

110, 47, 22

HSL

17.0, 66.7%, 25.9%

HSV

17.0, 80.0%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.3%, 80.0%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.388 0.097 40.9

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: #6E2F16;
color: #6E2F16;
border-color: #6E2F16;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.09:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E2F16?

RGB(110, 47, 22) · HSL(17.0, 66.7%, 25.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.3%, 80.0%, 56.9%)

Does #6E2F16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.09:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E2F16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E2F16 background; contrast on black is 2.08:1.