#44403D Hex Color
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Scorched Earth is a dark, ashy neutral that anchors moody designs. Because it maintains a high contrast ratio of 10.3:1 against white, it works well as a background for small, legible body text in interface design. The hex code for this color is #44403d. Use it as a solid base rather than an accent to maintain a clean, grounded layout.
Questions about Scorched Earth
What is the hex code for Scorched Earth?
Scorched Earth is #44403d. In RGB that is rgb(68, 64, 61), in HSL hsl(26, 5%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 10%, 73%.
Is Scorched Earth (#44403d) better than standard black for web design?
Scorched Earth acts as a softer, more organic alternative to harsh black, making it an excellent choice for UI text and background elements. Its subtle ashy undertone reduces eye strain while maintaining a high contrast ratio against white, keeping content legible.
Which accent colors pair best with Scorched Earth?
Because of its earthy, neutral quality, #44403d works beautifully with muted tones like sage or dusty blue for a balanced, natural palette. It also anchors brighter colors effectively, allowing pops of burnt orange to stand out without feeling overwhelming.
Is Scorched Earth readable on white or black?
Scorched Earth has a 10.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.04:1 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.