#004447 Hex Color
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#004447 is a deep, dark cyan with cool, moody undertones. Its low saturation makes it an excellent choice for full-screen backgrounds where you need high contrast. White text stands out sharply against this shade, offering great readability for UI projects. If you are curious about mixing green tones to create similar shades, this hex code provides a sophisticated, grounded alternative to brighter, more standard blues.
Questions about #004447
What is #004447 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #004447 is rgb(0, 68, 71), in HSL hsl(183, 100%, 14%) and in CMYK 100%, 4%, 0%, 72%.
What makes #004447 an effective background color?
This shade acts as a sophisticated alternative to pure black or dark blue, providing enough depth to make white text pop while maintaining a subtle, professional, and grounded aesthetic in digital interfaces. Its low saturation prevents it from feeling too intense.
Which color schemes work best with #004447?
Complementary schemes featuring warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft gold provide an effective visual balance against this cool, dark cyan. These combinations create a high-contrast palette that feels balanced and prevents the user interface from appearing too cold.
Is #004447 readable on white or black?
#004447 has a 10.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.91:1 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.