#6D4138 Hex Color

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This muted, dusty reddish-brown carries a heavy, serious character. The hex code #6d4138 is highly unsaturated, making it ideal for moody backgrounds or as a grounding accent in earthy palettes. It offers exceptional contrast for white text, ensuring readability in dark interfaces. Use it sparingly, as its dull tone can become muddy when paired with other dark, desaturated colors.

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What is #6d4138 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #6d4138 is rgb(109, 65, 56), in HSL hsl(10, 32%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 49%, 57%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.

Does #6d4138 work well with other colors?

#6d4138 pairs best with lighter, neutral tones to avoid becoming muddy. It creates a balanced, grounded aesthetic when matched with soft cream or light sage, providing just enough contrast to remain readable without overwhelming the visual hierarchy of your layout.

Is #6d4138 readable on white or black?

#6d4138 has a 8.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.46:1 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.

#6D4138 Hex Color

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