#6E4014

#6E4014

Overview

#6E4014 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 64, 20, in HSL 29.3°, 69.2%, 25.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.8%, 81.8%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E4014

RGB

110, 64, 20

HSL

29.3, 69.2%, 25.5%

HSV

29.3, 81.8%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.8%, 81.8%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4188 0.0854 60.0

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: #6E4014;
color: #6E4014;
border-color: #6E4014;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.73:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E4014?

RGB(110, 64, 20) · HSL(29.3, 69.2%, 25.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.8%, 81.8%, 56.9%)

Does #6E4014 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E4014?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E4014 background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.