#004159 Hex Color
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The hex code #004159 creates a dark, muted blue with a cool, slightly green undertone. Its low lightness gives layouts a serious, dependable feel suited to security, finance, and corporate interfaces. Use it as a dominant background, pairing it with burgundy or warm ivory for added contrast. White text achieves about an 11.1:1 contrast ratio, making this hex code practical for accessible dark mode designs.
Questions about #004159
What is #004159 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #004159 is rgb(0, 65, 89), in HSL hsl(196, 100%, 17%) and in CMYK 100%, 27%, 0%, 65%.
Which colors pair well with #004159?
Is #004159 readable on white or black?
#004159 has a 11.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.90:1 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.