#006878 Hex Color
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The hex code #006878 is a dark, dim cyan that anchors moody designs and tech interfaces. Because it offers a 6.5:1 contrast ratio with white, it serves as a readable background for small body text. This shade feels serious and grounded, making it useful when you need more weight than deeper green tones provide. Use this color as a base tone in high-contrast layouts for a professional look.
Questions about #006878
What is #006878 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #006878 is rgb(0, 104, 120), in HSL hsl(188, 100%, 24%) and in CMYK 100%, 13%, 0%, 53%.
Does #006878 work well for body text?
#006878 provides a 6.5:1 contrast ratio against white backgrounds, which meets standard web accessibility guidelines for readability. It serves as an excellent, softer alternative to pure black or dark gray when you need to anchor a layout with a professional, moody, or tech-focused aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #006878?
Is #006878 readable on white or black?
#006878 has a 6.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.25:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.