#49534D Hex Color
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#49534d is a dark, desaturated green with dusty grey undertones. This muted color provides a serious, stable backdrop for organic branding or professional interfaces. Because it is quite dark, pair it with crisp white text to ensure high contrast and readability. As a hex code, #49534d works well as a dominant base or a grounding neutral in sustainable design systems.
Questions about #49534d
What is #49534d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #49534d is rgb(73, 83, 77), in HSL hsl(144, 6%, 31%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 7%, 67%.
Is #49534d considered a warm or cool green?
#49534d leans toward a cool, neutral green because of its significant grey undertones. The low saturation makes it appear professional and subdued rather than vibrant or overly warm, fitting well in sophisticated, minimalist environments.
What colors work best with #49534d in a design system?
Crisp white or very light warm beiges create the best contrast against #49534d when used for typography. For accent colors, muted terracotta or soft gold tones complement its earthy, organic character without overwhelming its inherently serious, desaturated nature.
Is #49534d readable on white or black?
#49534d has a 7.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.