#00C000 Hex Color
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Waystone Green is an unapologetically bright, high-chroma shade that demands attention. Because it is so saturated, it works best as a 10% accent color for calls to action or UI highlights rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or deep slate grays. The hex code for this color is #00c000, and it offers excellent readability when used with black text.
About Waystone Green
Pure green signal, lit from inside
What does waystone green mean?
Green commonly signals growth, nature, and go-ahead permission, and this loud shade often reads as digital screens and high energy. It holds full saturation with zero red or blue, so it feels beaming and ablaze, a strong mid-tone that shouts.
Where you see waystone green
- chroma key screens
- led status lights
- slime toys
- traffic lights
- poison dart frogs
- video game grass
What it works for
This color works for calls to action, sports branding, game interfaces, and anywhere a design needs instant attention.
What colors go with waystone green?
Charcoal #36454fThe near-black grounds the green and keeps its heat from taking over the page.Cream #fffdd0Soft cream gives the loud green breathing room without dulling its glow.Hot Pink #ff028dTwo loud hues agree on volume, so the clash reads as intentional.Cobalt Blue #0047abCobalt cools the green's heat while matching its saturation.Tangerine #ff9300Tangerine pushes the green toward tropical, high-energy territory.Plum #8e4585Deep plum sits across the wheel and holds its own against the glare.
Questions about Waystone Green
What is the hex code for Waystone Green?
Waystone Green is #00c000. In RGB that is rgb(0, 192, 0), in HSL hsl(120, 100%, 38%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 100%, 25%.
How should I use Waystone Green in a user interface?
Use #00c000 sparingly as a 10% accent color to draw attention to call-to-action buttons or specific UI highlights. Because of its extreme saturation, applying it as a large background often overwhelms the viewer and creates accessibility issues for text readability.
Is Waystone Green readable on white or black?
Waystone Green has a 2.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.53:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.