#446270 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted blue carries a matte quality that feels serious and restrained. Because of its low saturation and dark tone, #446270 works well as a stable background for professional UI designs or technology interfaces. It pairs effectively with crisp white text, providing sufficient contrast for readability. Use this hex code when you need a grounding element that avoids the starkness of black.
Questions about #446270
What is #446270 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #446270 is rgb(68, 98, 112), in HSL hsl(199, 24%, 35%) and in CMYK 39%, 13%, 0%, 56%.
How should I use #446270 in user interface design?
#446270 functions best as a stable, non-distracting background color for dashboards or data-heavy applications. Because it carries a matte, restrained quality, it effectively anchors white text or bright accent buttons without overwhelming the user like a standard navy would.
Does #446270 read as a warm or cool color?
While #446270 sits in the blue spectrum, its heavy gray undertones push it toward a cooler, desaturated temperature. This lack of warmth makes it a reliable choice for professional environments where you want to minimize visual noise and project calm authority.
Is #446270 readable on white or black?
#446270 has a 6.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.22:1 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.