#005252 Hex Color
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#005252 is a dark, muted cyan with cool green undertones and low lightness. Its dusty, serious character gives layouts a mysterious depth while retaining a refreshing edge. Use the hex code #005252 as a dominant background in dark interfaces, aerospace branding, or moody designs. White text achieves about 9.0:1 contrast, supporting clear small body text.
Questions about #005252
What is #005252 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #005252 is rgb(0, 82, 82), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 16%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 0%, 68%.
What colors pair well with #005252?
#005252 pairs well with white, pale cyan, sand, and warm coral accents; white creates crisp contrast, while warmer neutrals soften its cool, serious mood in interfaces, branding, and digital projects. For a restrained palette, combine it with charcoal or lighter muted teal.
Is #005252 warm or cool?
#005252 reads as a cool color because its cyan base leans toward green rather than yellow or red. Its low lightness and muted saturation make it feel serious and deep, while the green undertone keeps it fresher than a blue-black shade.
Is #005252 readable on white or black?
#005252 has a 9.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.32:1 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.