#002A00 Hex Color
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This extremely dark, muted green borders on black, offering a sophisticated alternative to standard charcoal backgrounds. Its heavy, unsaturated character provides exceptional readability for white typography, making it a reliable choice for long-form dark mode interfaces. The hex code for this shade is #002a00. Use it as a dominant base to ground branding focused on sustainability or high-end, organic products.
Questions about #002a00
What is #002a00 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #002a00 is rgb(0, 42, 0), in HSL hsl(120, 100%, 8%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 100%, 84%.
Is #002a00 a better choice than standard black for web backgrounds?
Yes, #002a00 provides a softer, more organic aesthetic than pure black while maintaining excellent contrast for white typography. Its subtle green undertone adds warmth and depth, making it significantly easier on the eyes during prolonged reading sessions.
What colors pair well with #002a00 for UI design?
Is #002a00 readable on white or black?
#002a00 has a 15.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.33:1 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.