#6B3D28 Hex Color
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#6b3d28 is a dusky, unsaturated brown with distinct ashy undertones. Because it feels grounded and somber, this color works best as a supporting tone rather than a large-scale background. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for typography in moody, organic interfaces. Pair this hex code with muted cream or soft sage to balance its heavy, serious character.
Questions about #6b3d28
What is #6b3d28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b3d28 is rgb(107, 61, 40), in HSL hsl(19, 46%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 63%, 58%.
What colors pair well with #6b3d28?
Is #6b3d28 appropriate for UI background elements?
Because #6b3d28 is quite dark and heavy, it usually functions better as a text color or a footer accent rather than a primary background. It provides excellent contrast for light text, making it a strong choice for moody, high-end, or minimalist interface designs.
Is #6b3d28 readable on white or black?
#6b3d28 has a 9.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.32:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.