#406F3C Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated green carries a serious, grounded mood perfect for organic branding or sustainability projects. Because it is muted and low in chroma, #406f3c works best as a stabilizing background rather than a loud accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with terracotta or dusty pinks for a balanced, earthy palette. White text sits clearly against this hex code, ensuring readability for UI elements.
Questions about #406f3c
What is #406f3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #406f3c is rgb(64, 111, 60), in HSL hsl(115, 30%, 34%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 46%, 56%.
What colors pair best with #406f3c in a palette?
#406f3c works exceptionally well when balanced against warm, earthy tones like terracotta or muted, dusty pinks to soften its serious character. Because the green is low in chroma, you can also use soft cream or off-white backgrounds to let this deep shade stand out as a primary accent without becoming overwhelming.
Is #406f3c readable on white or black?
#406f3c has a 5.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.55:1 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.