#0A4F26 Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated green feels grounded and serious. Because it is so low in lightness, #0a4f26 works best as a primary background or a moody footer color. It provides excellent contrast for white typography, far exceeding basic accessibility standards. Avoid using it for small text or fine lines, as it can appear muddy when applied to too small a surface area.
Questions about #0a4f26
What is #0a4f26 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a4f26 is rgb(10, 79, 38), in HSL hsl(144, 78%, 17%) and in CMYK 87%, 0%, 52%, 69%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
Why does #0a4f26 work well for web design backgrounds?
The extreme darkness of #0a4f26 ensures that white typography achieves high legibility, surpassing standard contrast requirements. It grounds a page design by providing a heavy, stable base that anchors lighter UI elements effectively without overwhelming the user interface.
What colors pair well with #0a4f26?
Is #0a4f26 readable on white or black?
#0a4f26 has a 9.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.15:1 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.