#6E4427

#6E4427

Overview

#6E4427 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 68, 39, in HSL 24.5Β°, 47.7%, 29.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.2%, 64.5%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E4427

RGB

110, 68, 39

HSL

24.5, 47.7%, 29.2%

HSV

24.5, 64.5%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.2%, 64.5%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4291 0.072 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: #6E4427;
color: #6E4427;
border-color: #6E4427;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E4427?

RGB(110, 68, 39) · HSL(24.5, 47.7%, 29.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.2%, 64.5%, 56.9%)

Does #6E4427 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E4427?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E4427 background; contrast on black is 2.52:1.