#0A3826 Hex Color

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This dark, muted green carries a somber weight that leans into teal. With its low saturation, #0a3826 functions best as a stabilizing background color rather than an accent. It provides high contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for readable, moody interface designs. Pair it with copper or warm metallic tones to keep the palette from feeling too dusty or flat.

Questions about #0a3826

What is #0a3826 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a3826 is rgb(10, 56, 38), in HSL hsl(157, 70%, 13%) and in CMYK 82%, 0%, 32%, 78%.
What works well with #0a3826 in a UI design?
Use #0a3826 as a background for clean, white typography to ensure maximum readability in dark-themed interfaces. To prevent the palette from feeling too dusty, introduce warm metallic accents like copper or soft bronze to add depth and visual interest without overwhelming the low saturation.
Is #0a3826 considered a warm or cool green?
This color reads as a cool, somber green because of its distinct teal shift and low saturation levels. It lacks the vibrancy of traditional emerald tones, making it better suited for professional, grounded designs that require a stabilizing visual weight rather than an energetic or bright presence.
Is #0a3826 readable on white or black?
#0a3826 has a 13.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.60:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.