#6E401F

#6E401F

Overview

#6E401F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 64, 31, in HSL 25.1°, 56.0%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.8%, 71.8%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E401F

RGB

110, 64, 31

HSL

25.1, 56.0%, 27.6%

HSV

25.1, 71.8%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.8%, 71.8%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.42 0.0793 54.2

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: #6E401F;
color: #6E401F;
border-color: #6E401F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E401F?

RGB(110, 64, 31) · HSL(25.1, 56.0%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.8%, 71.8%, 56.9%)

Does #6E401F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E401F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E401F background; contrast on black is 2.42:1.