#004A14 Hex Color
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This dark forest green is remarkably heavy and unsaturated, grounding designs that need a sense of stability or organic authority. Because #004a14 is so deep, it pairs best with lighter, muted creams rather than pure white to avoid harsh contrast. Use it as a solid foundation for sustainable branding or moody UI backgrounds, as it offers excellent readability for white body text.
Questions about #004a14
What is #004a14 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #004a14 is rgb(0, 74, 20), in HSL hsl(136, 100%, 15%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 73%, 71%.
Does #004a14 work well with pure white text?
While #004a14 offers excellent readability for white body text, it often creates a harsh contrast that can fatigue the eye. Instead, try pairing it with cream or off-white tones to soften the visual impact while maintaining professional clarity.
What design contexts suit #004a14 best?
This shade is ideal for sustainable branding, organic-focused interfaces, or moody backgrounds where a sense of authority is required. Its weight and unsaturated nature make it a perfect grounding element that anchors lighter, more vibrant colors in a UI palette.
Is #004a14 readable on white or black?
#004a14 has a 10.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.98:1 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.