#96746B Hex Color
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A muted, dusty red with strong earthy undertones, #96746b reads as a grounded, matte neutral. Its low saturation keeps it from feeling aggressive, making it a sophisticated alternative to standard browns or grays. Because of its 5.0:1 contrast ratio, black text remains highly legible against this hex code. Use it as a base background for minimal brand layouts where you want a warmth that feels understated and calm.
Questions about #96746b
What is #96746b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96746b is rgb(150, 116, 107), in HSL hsl(13, 17%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 29%, 41%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #96746b?
Does #96746b function better as a background or accent color?
This color is highly versatile as a base background because of its low saturation, which prevents it from overwhelming a layout. It also works effectively as a subtle accent for buttons or borders when you want an earthy, grounded aesthetic.
Is #96746b readable on white or black?
#96746b has a 4.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.00:1 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.