#837D6A Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #837d6a is a dark yellow with gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation gives layouts a steady, understated feel, while a faint yellow cast adds warmth and optimism. Use the hex code #837d6a as a supporting tone for construction, budget, or sale designs, with black text for readable body copy.
Questions about #837d6a
What is #837d6a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #837d6a is rgb(131, 125, 106), in HSL hsl(46, 11%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 19%, 49%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #837d6a?
Pair #837d6a with cream or charcoal for a calm neutral palette, then add muted blue for contrast or terracotta for extra warmth without overwhelming its dusty, low-saturation character in branding and interfaces.
Does #837d6a read as warm or cool?
#837d6a reads as a warm, muted yellow-gray because its subdued yellow cast outweighs the cooling effect of its gray undertones in most palettes, giving it a grounded presence rather than a purely neutral appearance. Its dusty value keeps that warmth restrained.
Is #837d6a readable on white or black?
#837d6a has a 4.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.10:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.