#6C8B7C Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated teal brings a matte, ash-like quality to any interface. The hex code #6c8b7c functions best as a supporting background element for wellness or technology projects. It remains highly accessible with standard black text, offering a solid 5.6:1 contrast ratio. Use this color alongside warm neutrals to avoid a washed-out appearance when creating large-scale, calm layouts.
Questions about #6c8b7c
What is #6c8b7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c8b7c is rgb(108, 139, 124), in HSL hsl(151, 13%, 48%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 11%, 45%.
What colors pair best with #6c8b7c?
Use #6c8b7c alongside warm neutrals to prevent a washed-out appearance in your designs. It balances beautifully when paired with charcoal for high-contrast text or a soft terracotta to introduce an organic, earthy warmth to the layout.
Is #6c8b7c readable on white or black?
#6c8b7c has a 3.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.62:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.