RAL 1011 Brown Beige

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A6642?

RGB(138, 102, 66), HSL(30.0, 35.3%, 40.0%), CMYK(0.0%, 26.1%, 52.2%, 45.9%).

Q: Does #8A6642 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.17:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

#8A6642

RAL color

RAL 1011 Brown Beige (#8A6642) is a warm, medium-dark brown-tan from the RAL Classic system — a versatile earthy neutral that bridges beige and brown. This grounded tone is used extensively in European wood-finish specifications, furniture paint, and architectural cladding where a warm, natural brown-beige is required without the harshness of dark browns.

Color Values

HEX

#8A6642

RGB

138, 102, 66

HSL

30.0, 35.3%, 40.0%

HSV

30.0, 52.2%, 54.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.1%, 52.2%, 45.9%

OKLCH

0.5385 0.0689 65.5

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 1011 Brown Beige

Color Psychology

True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.

Design Usage

Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.