#264241 Hex Color
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#264241 is a muted, dark cyan with strong grey undertones. It evokes mystery and seriousness, making it a reliable choice for moody website backgrounds or technology designs. Because this shade acts as a neutral, it pairs well with brighter accents for contrast. If you need lighter options, consider browsing our similar green shades to find the right balance for your project. The hex code for this color is #264241.
Questions about #264241
What is #264241 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #264241 is rgb(38, 66, 65), in HSL hsl(178, 27%, 20%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 2%, 74%.
What colors pair well with this dark cyan?
Pair this deep shade with soft cream, warm beige, or light grey to balance its cool intensity. Adding a touch of muted gold or mustard yellow provides a sophisticated contrast that highlights the complex grey undertones within the color.
Is this color suitable for text on a website?
This color works well as a background for high-contrast white text, but avoid using it as a text color on dark backgrounds. Its darkness can make fine typography difficult to read, so ensure you maintain enough contrast for accessibility.
Is #264241 readable on white or black?
#264241 has a 10.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.93:1 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.