#406940 Hex Color
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This dark, muted green has a dusty, matte quality that feels grounded and serious. Because it is desaturated, #406940 works better as a steady background or supporting base than as a vibrant accent. It offers enough contrast for white text, making it a practical choice for UI elements or organic branding. The hex code for this color is #406940.
Questions about #406940
What is #406940 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #406940 is rgb(64, 105, 64), in HSL hsl(120, 24%, 33%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 39%, 59%.
What colors pair well with the muted tone of #406940?
This green works best alongside earthy neutrals like beige or warm gray to highlight its dusty quality. For a more sophisticated palette, try contrasting it with deep terracotta or soft gold accents to lift the mood.
Is #406940 readable on white or black?
#406940 has a 6.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.31:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.