#003030 Hex Color
A sophisticated, deep and grounded teal
This dark, desaturated teal leans into murky depths. It feels grounded and serious, functioning best as a sophisticated background rather than a focal point. Because it provides high contrast against white text, it works well for clean, readable dark mode interfaces. The hex code for this color is #003030. When paired with bright copper or cream accents, it gains a refined, modern edge.
Questions about #003030
What is #003030 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #003030 is rgb(0, 48, 48), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 9%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 0%, 81%.
How can I use #003030 effectively in a web design interface?
#003030 excels as a dark mode background because it provides a soft, sophisticated alternative to pure black while maintaining high legibility for light-colored text. It anchors designs with a serious, grounded tone that feels less harsh than standard charcoal.
Which accent colors pair best with #003030?
Is #003030 readable on white or black?
#003030 has a 14.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.46:1 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.