#444E49 Hex Color
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A dim, ashy teal with strong grey undertones, #444e49 creates a moody atmosphere for tech interfaces or wellness branding. This hex code works best as a base color or dark background, where it supports high-contrast text perfectly. Because it borders on neutral, artists often struggle with mixing gray tones like this, but it shines when paired with crisp, bright whites.
Questions about #444e49
What is #444e49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #444e49 is rgb(68, 78, 73), in HSL hsl(150, 7%, 29%) and in CMYK 13%, 0%, 6%, 69%.
Does #444e49 read as a warm or cool color?
#444e49 leans cool, primarily because the underlying teal pigment pushes the neutral grey into cooler, aquatic territory. It avoids feeling overly warm or brown, making it a reliable choice for professional, crisp-looking digital interfaces that require a balanced, steady appearance.
What colors pair effectively with #444e49 in a design palette?
Is #444e49 readable on white or black?
#444e49 has a 8.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.43:1 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.