#214C28 Hex Color

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This dark, unsaturated green provides a serious and stable foundation for organic or sustainable branding. The hex code #214c28 works best as a moody background, especially when paired with warm creams to break up the gloom. With a 9.9:1 contrast ratio, it is highly accessible for white text, making it a functional choice for dark mode UI designs that require excellent readability.

Questions about #214c28

What is #214c28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #214c28 is rgb(33, 76, 40), in HSL hsl(130, 39%, 21%) and in CMYK 57%, 0%, 47%, 70%.
Which color combinations work best with #214c28?
Pair #214c28 with cream or off-white tones to soften its intensity and prevent a gloomy aesthetic. Integrating a subtle gold or warm copper accent creates a premium, organic look that balances the deep, unsaturated nature of the green.
Is #214c28 readable on white or black?
#214c28 has a 9.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.12:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.