#006D69 Hex Color

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Dark and moody, #006d69 is a saturated teal that leans toward deep, sophisticated cyan. It works best as a primary background or a heavy accent color in tech and wellness interfaces. White text offers excellent readability against this shade. If you need lighter alternatives for a cohesive palette, check these deeper green tones. The hex code for this color is #006d69.

Questions about #006d69

What is #006d69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #006d69 is rgb(0, 109, 105), in HSL hsl(178, 100%, 21%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 4%, 57%.
What makes #006d69 effective for web interfaces?
#006d69 serves as a stable, dark foundation that allows light text to pop with excellent legibility. It provides a sophisticated alternative to standard dark blues, offering enough saturation to feel vibrant without becoming overwhelming in professional design layouts.
Which colors complement #006d69 in a design scheme?
Because #006d69 sits between green and blue, it pairs beautifully with warm, muted neutrals like beige or soft sand. For a sharper, high-contrast look, use crisp white or light cream to highlight the deep cyan undertones effectively.
Is #006d69 readable on white or black?
#006d69 has a 6.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.39:1 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.