#046A38 Hex Color
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This deep, unsaturated green feels grounded and serious. Because of its moody, dim character, #046a38 works best as a supporting tone or accent rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or warm cream to soften its intensity. With a 6.7:1 contrast ratio, it remains a reliable choice for white text, ensuring readability in professional digital interfaces or sustainability branding.
Questions about #046a38
What is #046a38 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #046a38 is rgb(4, 106, 56), in HSL hsl(151, 93%, 22%) and in CMYK 96%, 0%, 47%, 58%.
Does #046a38 work well for body text?
While #046a38 offers a strong 6.7:1 contrast ratio against white backgrounds, it is usually better suited for headers or UI accents. Using it for large blocks of body text can feel too heavy, so consider charcoal for better long-form readability.
What colors pair well with #046a38?
Because of its moody, unsaturated character, #046a38 looks best when paired with warm neutrals like soft cream or muted gold. These combinations prevent the color from feeling too cold and bring out its natural, earthy undertones.
Is #046a38 readable on white or black?
#046a38 has a 6.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.12:1 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.