#414D56 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #414d56 is a blue-gray with ashy undertones and a matte, smoky finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, controlled mood without black’s starkness. Use the hex code #414d56 as a supporting background for finance, technology, or government layouts. White text reads at about 8.7:1 contrast, making body copy clear.
Questions about #414d56
What is #414d56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #414d56 is rgb(65, 77, 86), in HSL hsl(206, 14%, 30%) and in CMYK 24%, 10%, 0%, 66%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #414d56?
#414d56 pairs well with soft white, pale blue, muted sage, and warm terracotta, creating readable contrast while keeping its restrained mood. Use lighter neutrals for text and warmer accents for buttons, highlights, or small areas of emphasis.
Does #414d56 read as warm or cool?
#414d56 reads as a cool color because its blue-gray base and ashy undertones create a smoky, restrained appearance rather than the warmth associated with brown or red. It can make layouts feel calm, serious, and controlled.
Is #414d56 readable on white or black?
#414d56 has a 8.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.42:1 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.