#246B4C Hex Color
A grounded and serious muted forest green
This muted forest green carries a dim, serious weight that works well for grounded, sustainable branding. Because it is desaturated and dark, #246b4c provides a solid base for UI backgrounds without overwhelming the eye. It pairs cleanly with soft, warm creams rather than bright whites. Use this hex code when you need a reliable, professional anchor that reads better than standard black.
Questions about #246b4c
What is #246b4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #246b4c is rgb(36, 107, 76), in HSL hsl(154, 50%, 28%) and in CMYK 66%, 0%, 29%, 58%.
What makes #246b4c effective for UI design?
#246b4c works well for UI backgrounds because its desaturated, dark nature prevents it from overpowering interface elements while still providing a distinct, grounded visual anchor. It reads better than standard black and offers a more approachable, modern feel for professional digital products.
Which colors pair well with #246b4c?
Is #246b4c readable on white or black?
#246b4c has a 6.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.28:1 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.