#6E472D

#6E472D

Overview

#6E472D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 71, 45, in HSL 24.0°, 41.9%, 30.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.5%, 59.1%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8024 Beige Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E472D

RGB

110, 71, 45

HSL

24.0, 41.9%, 30.4%

HSV

24.0, 59.1%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.5%, 59.1%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4362 0.0663 53.8

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: #6E472D;
color: #6E472D;
border-color: #6E472D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E472D?

RGB(110, 71, 45) · HSL(24.0, 41.9%, 30.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.5%, 59.1%, 56.9%)

Does #6E472D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E472D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E472D background; contrast on black is 2.6:1.