#00590C Hex Color
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#00590c is a rich, dark forest green with a cool, grounded base. It sets a serious, stable tone for organic branding or moody user interfaces. With excellent contrast against white text, this hex code works well as a primary background for readable dark mode designs. Pair it with warm, desaturated creams to soften the edges and prevent the palette from feeling too dense.
Questions about #00590c
What is #00590c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00590c is rgb(0, 89, 12), in HSL hsl(128, 100%, 17%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 87%, 65%.
Does #00590c work well for web design?
Yes, #00590c acts as a sophisticated alternative to pure black for website backgrounds because it provides sufficient contrast for white text while offering more personality. It creates a grounded, professional feel that works particularly well for modern, organic-focused brand identities.
What colors pair well with #00590c?
Pair #00590c with warm, desaturated creams or soft off-whites to balance its cool, serious undertones. You can also use muted terracotta for a natural, earthy contrast that keeps the design from feeling too dark or clinical in practice.
Is #00590c readable on white or black?
#00590c has a 8.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.43:1 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.