#3A565D Hex Color
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A dark, muted teal with heavy gray undertones, #3a565d offers a grounded alternative to brighter blues. This dusty shade works best as a moody background or supporting element in tech-focused interfaces. Because it maintains strong legibility, white text pairs cleanly against it for readability. Use the hex code #3a565d sparingly in large blocks to avoid a muddy appearance in your final design composition.
Questions about #3a565d
What is #3a565d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3a565d is rgb(58, 86, 93), in HSL hsl(192, 23%, 30%) and in CMYK 38%, 8%, 0%, 64%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #3a565d in a design scheme?
Does #3a565d work well for website text or backgrounds?
Because of its dark value, #3a565d performs best as a background color rather than for body text. It provides excellent legibility for white or light-colored interface elements, making it a reliable choice for buttons, headers, or sidebar sections.
Is #3a565d readable on white or black?
#3a565d has a 7.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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.