#495D50 Hex Color
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Muted and dark, #495d50 is a gray-leaning green with low saturation and a matte, shadowed feel. Its serious, stable character suits moody backgrounds, eco branding, finance, and supporting interface elements. Use it as a dominant base with warm cream or terracotta accents, though it can look muddy in fine detail. The hex code #495d50 supports white text at about 7.1:1 contrast.
Questions about #495d50
What is #495d50 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #495d50 is rgb(73, 93, 80), in HSL hsl(141, 12%, 33%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 14%, 64%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #495d50?
For a restrained palette, #495d50 pairs well with warm cream, while terracotta adds a controlled accent that brings warmth without overwhelming its muted base in branding, packaging, or editorial layouts.
Is #495d50 readable on white or black?
#495d50 has a 7.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.96:1 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.