#6F4238

#6F4238

Overview

#6F4238 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 66, 56, in HSL 10.9°, 32.9%, 32.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.5%, 49.5%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F4238

RGB

111, 66, 56

HSL

10.9, 32.9%, 32.7%

HSV

10.9, 49.5%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.5%, 49.5%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4298 0.0652 33.3

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: #6F4238;
color: #6F4238;
border-color: #6F4238;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F4238?

RGB(111, 66, 56) · HSL(10.9, 32.9%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.5%, 49.5%, 56.5%)

Does #6F4238 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F4238?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F4238 background; contrast on black is 2.51:1.