#005C28 Hex Color
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#005c28 is a deep, forest green that carries a sense of mystery and grounded stability. This dark, shady tone works well for moody designs, organic branding, and professional pharmacy or finance layouts where reliability is key. Designers often reach for this hex code when they need a rich, dim green to anchor an interface or background without overpowering the composition.
Questions about #005c28
What is #005c28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #005c28 is rgb(0, 92, 40), in HSL hsl(146, 100%, 18%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 57%, 64%.
What colors pair well with this forest green?
This deep green pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like cream or beige, creating a sophisticated, organic balance. For a sharper contrast, use soft gold or muted copper accents to highlight the richness of the dark green tone without overwhelming it.
Is this color considered warm or cool?
This shade leans slightly cool due to its deep, saturated green base, though it carries a grounded, earthy quality. It avoids the neon brightness of other greens, making it feel more professional, stable, and naturally calming in most design applications.
Is #005c28 readable on white or black?
#005c28 has a 8.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.56:1 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.