#1A6840 Hex Color
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This dark, muted green carries a grounded, serious weight. Because it sits on the dimmer side of the spectrum, #1a6840 works best as a primary background rather than a small accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm, creamy off-whites, which pop clearly against its stability. Use this hex code for sustainable or pharmaceutical branding when you need to convey organic safety without appearing overly bright.
Questions about #1a6840
What is #1a6840 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a6840 is rgb(26, 104, 64), in HSL hsl(149, 60%, 25%) and in CMYK 75%, 0%, 38%, 59%.
What colors pair well with #1a6840?
This deep green creates an elegant, high-contrast look when paired with creamy off-whites or soft beiges. For a sophisticated corporate palette, try combining it with a cool grey or even a muted gold to add warmth without sacrificing its serious, grounded nature.
Is #1a6840 readable on white or black?
#1a6840 has a 6.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.09:1 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.