#293A12 Hex Color
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#293a12 is a dark, muted lime with earthy olive undertones and very low lightness. Its gloomy depth suggests mystery and dependability, while the green base suits nature-led branding, sports designs, and gaming interfaces. Use it as a moody background or dominant base with warm cream accents. White text reaches about 12.3:1 contrast, suitable for WCAG AA body text. The hex code is #293a12.
Questions about #293a12
What is #293a12 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #293a12 is rgb(41, 58, 18), in HSL hsl(85, 53%, 15%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 69%, 77%.
What colors pair well with #293a12?
Warm cream creates clear contrast with #293a12, while terracotta or muted gold add warmth without overpowering its earthy olive undertone, making these pairings useful for branding, interfaces, and editorial layouts that need a grounded palette with a gentle lift.
Does #293a12 read as warm or cool?
Although green is generally cool, #293a12 reads relatively warm because its muted lime base is pulled toward earthy olive and yellow, giving the shade a grounded character that feels less crisp and botanical than a brighter, cleaner green. Its low lightness adds a gloomy, dependable mood.
Is #293a12 readable on white or black?
#293a12 has a 12.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.70:1 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.