#006A2F Hex Color
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This saturated forest green carries a serious, stable weight. Because #006a2f is quite dark, it functions best as a grounding anchor for organic branding or as a moody background color. It offers excellent contrast for white text, exceeding accessibility standards for legibility. Pair it with soft cream or muted metallics to prevent the overall design from feeling too heavy or closed in.
Questions about #006a2f
What is #006a2f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #006a2f is rgb(0, 106, 47), in HSL hsl(147, 100%, 21%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 56%, 58%.
What colors pair best with #006a2f for a balanced palette?
This deep green creates sophisticated contrast when paired with soft cream or muted metallics like champagne or brushed nickel. Avoid overly vibrant neons, as they tend to clash with the serious, grounded nature of #006a2f and can overwhelm your design composition.
Is #006a2f suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #006a2f provides excellent contrast against white, easily exceeding standard accessibility requirements for legibility. Its dark, saturated value ensures that text remains crisp and readable, making it a reliable choice for UI elements, headlines, and essential brand typography.
Is #006a2f readable on white or black?
#006a2f has a 6.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.10:1 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.