#00474A Hex Color
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This dark, dusky cyan carries a moody weight that functions well as a grounding base for UI designs. Because it is highly unsaturated, it provides a stable alternative to pure black or navy. The hex code for this shade is #00474a. White text achieves excellent readability against it, making it ideal for large-scale backgrounds where you might otherwise worry about what colors make green muddying the palette.
Questions about #00474a
What is #00474a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00474a is rgb(0, 71, 74), in HSL hsl(182, 100%, 15%) and in CMYK 100%, 4%, 0%, 71%.
When should I choose #00474a instead of a standard black or navy?
Use #00474a as a softer, more sophisticated alternative when you need deep contrast without the harshness of absolute black. It provides a grounded feel to UI designs, effectively calming the visual weight while maintaining excellent readability for white text overlays.
Which colors pair best with the #00474a palette?
Is #00474a readable on white or black?
#00474a has a 10.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.00:1 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.