#30382D Hex Color
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#30382d is a dim, near-black lime that serves as a grounded foundation for moody web interfaces. This hex code pairs well with off-white text, achieving high readability without the harsh contrast of pure black. It feels matte and dusty, making it an excellent base color for serious, organic designs. Use it in dark mode layouts to establish depth.
Questions about #30382d
What is #30382d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #30382d is rgb(48, 56, 45), in HSL hsl(104, 11%, 20%) and in CMYK 14%, 0%, 20%, 78%.
What colors pair well with #30382d?
Pair #30382d with warm off-whites or soft creams to maintain a natural, earthy contrast that feels less jarring than pure white. It also complements muted terracotta or dusty gold accents, which help lift the depth of this dark lime base.
Is #30382d suitable for UI design text?
#30382d makes an excellent background for UI, but it is often too dark and desaturated to serve as primary body text on most standard web backgrounds. If using it as a text color, ensure it sits against a very light, soft background.
Is #30382d readable on white or black?
#30382d has a 12.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.72:1 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.