#193428 Hex Color
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This dark, muted teal feels serious and grounded. Due to its very low saturation, it functions well as a moody base or a sophisticated dark mode background. It provides excellent contrast for white text, ensuring readability in UI applications. Pair hex code #193428 with dusty rose or warm cream to break its heaviness. It can appear muddy in small, thin type, so use it sparingly for fine details.
Questions about #193428
What is #193428 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #193428 is rgb(25, 52, 40), in HSL hsl(153, 35%, 15%) and in CMYK 52%, 0%, 23%, 80%.
Does #193428 work well for body text?
#193428 is generally too dark for long-form body text because it lacks the necessary legibility of standard text colors. Reserve this shade for large headings or UI containers where you want a grounded, professional atmosphere that maintains strong contrast against a crisp white background.
What colors complement #193428?
Pair #193428 with soft, warm neutrals to balance its inherent heaviness. It works exceptionally well alongside dusty rose or a creamy off-white, as these colors provide a necessary visual lift that prevents the overall composition from appearing muddy or overly dense.
Is #193428 readable on white or black?
#193428 has a 13.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.56:1 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.