#6E4E30 Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated brown projects a somber, grounded mood. Because of its low chroma and warm undertones, #6e4e30 works best as an accent color rather than a large background, where it can easily appear muddy. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or cream, offering enough contrast to support white text for smaller UI elements or headings. The hex code for this shade is #6e4e30.
Questions about #6e4e30
What is #6e4e30 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e4e30 is rgb(110, 78, 48), in HSL hsl(29, 39%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 56%, 57%.
What colors pair well with #6e4e30?
#6e4e30 shines when paired with softer neutrals like cream or muted gold because the high-contrast warmth prevents the brown from appearing muddy. Using it against light backgrounds ensures that the text or accent remains legible without overpowering the overall design.
Should I use #6e4e30 as a primary background color?
Avoid using #6e4e30 for large backgrounds because its low chroma can make the design appear dull or muddy to the viewer. It is much better suited as an accent color for headings, buttons, or icons where it provides a grounded, stable feel.
Is #6e4e30 readable on white or black?
#6e4e30 has a 7.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.79:1 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.