#316340 Hex Color
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#316340 is a dark, muted green with gray undertones and a subdued, earthy finish. Its low saturation gives branding, finance, pharmacy, and sustainability designs a serious, dependable mood. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about a 7.0:1 contrast ratio. The hex code for this color is #316340.
Questions about #316340
What is #316340 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #316340 is rgb(49, 99, 64), in HSL hsl(138, 34%, 29%) and in CMYK 51%, 0%, 35%, 61%.
What colors pair well with #316340?
#316340 pairs well with warm white, cream, and muted terracotta, which soften its cool gray-green base; charcoal can create a restrained tonal scheme, while ochre or brass accents add warmth without overwhelming its subdued character.
What mood and uses suit #316340?
#316340 conveys a grounded, dependable mood because its dark value and low saturation keep the green restrained rather than lively; it suits backgrounds and visual identities that need an earthy, serious feel, including finance, pharmacy, and sustainability work.
Is #316340 readable on white or black?
#316340 has a 7.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.98:1 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.