#594C3D Hex Color
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Heavy and matte, #594c3d sits as a grounded, muted brown. Designers often favor this hex code for dark UI backgrounds because it supports excellent legibility with white text at an 8.3:1 contrast ratio. It brings a vintage, organic quality to branding. To keep the palette clean, pair it with muted creams rather than high-saturation colors, which can make the tone feel muddy.
Questions about #594c3d
What is #594c3d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #594c3d is rgb(89, 76, 61), in HSL hsl(32, 19%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 31%, 65%.
Does #594c3d work well for user interface backgrounds?
#594c3d provides an excellent foundation for dark mode interfaces because it maintains a high 8.3:1 contrast ratio when paired with white text. This ensures readability while offering a softer, more organic alternative to standard black or dark grey backgrounds.
What colors pair effectively with #594c3d?
Is #594c3d readable on white or black?
#594c3d has a 8.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.52:1 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.