#436B5B Hex Color
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#436b5b is a muted, dusty teal with a dark, desaturated quality that feels grounded and professional. It lacks the vibrancy of traditional greens, making it a reliable choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or corporate branding. Pair it with soft cream or warm greys to keep the design from feeling too gloomy. With a 6.0:1 contrast ratio, it remains readable for white body text.
Questions about #436b5b
What is #436b5b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #436b5b is rgb(67, 107, 91), in HSL hsl(156, 23%, 34%) and in CMYK 37%, 0%, 15%, 58%.
Which colors work best when pairing with #436b5b?
Pair #436b5b with soft creams, warm greys, or muted terracotta to prevent the design from feeling too gloomy. These neutral and earthy accents lift the dark, desaturated quality of the teal, creating a balanced and readable palette for modern professional projects.
Is #436b5b readable on white or black?
#436b5b has a 6.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.49:1 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.