#6D0B1B Hex Color
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This dim, saturated red carries a serious, moody weight perfect for formal branding or atmospheric design. Because it sits on the darker side of the spectrum, it functions best as a 10% accent rather than a primary background color. The hex code for this shade is #6d0b1b. It offers high contrast against white text, making it a reliable choice for readable, impactful headlines.
Questions about #6d0b1b
What is #6d0b1b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d0b1b is rgb(109, 11, 27), in HSL hsl(350, 82%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 90%, 75%, 57%.
How should I use #6d0b1b in a design layout?
Because #6d0b1b possesses a heavy, saturated pigment, it works best as a deliberate 10% accent rather than a primary background shade. It pairs effectively with off-white or cream surfaces to maintain visual balance without overwhelming the layout.
Is #6d0b1b readable on white or black?
#6d0b1b has a 12.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.71:1 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.