#495D49 Hex Color
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This muted, dark green carries a dusty, ashy quality that leans toward serious and reserved. Because of its low saturation, #495d49 functions best as a grounding neutral or a supporting background element rather than a focal point. It pairs unexpectedly well with soft terracotta or cream tones to balance its natural, moody weight. The hex code for this color is #495d49, which supports high-contrast white text for accessibility.
Questions about #495d49
What is #495d49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #495d49 is rgb(73, 93, 73), in HSL hsl(120, 12%, 33%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 22%, 64%.
What colors pair best with #495d49?
This muted green functions exceptionally well when balanced against warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft cream. Because #495d49 has a dusty, ashy character, it also provides a professional contrast when paired with crisp white text or lighter, desaturated grays.
Does #495d49 read as a warm or cool green?
It generally leans toward a cooler, more reserved temperature due to its ashy, low-saturation quality. While it lacks the vibrancy of grass or forest greens, its undertones remain stable, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you need to reduce visual noise.
Is #495d49 readable on white or black?
#495d49 has a 7.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.94:1 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.