#6D513F Hex Color
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This dusty, muted brown leans into an ashy, matte aesthetic. It functions best as a grounding neutral or a dark, moody background for organic branding. Because it is highly unsaturated, it stays subtle even in large blocks. The hex code #6d513f provides enough contrast to support white body text, making it a reliable choice for readable interfaces that avoid harsh, high-contrast black.
Questions about #6d513f
What is #6d513f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d513f is rgb(109, 81, 63), in HSL hsl(23, 27%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 42%, 57%.
How should I use #6d513f in a web interface?
#6d513f works exceptionally well as a primary background for organic or earthy brand identities. Because it is highly unsaturated, it provides enough contrast to remain readable when paired with white text, offering a sophisticated alternative to standard dark gray or black.
What colors pair well with #6d513f?
Is #6d513f readable on white or black?
#6d513f has a 7.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.89:1 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.