#809C86 Hex Color
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#809c86 is a muted, ashy green with gray undertones and low saturation. Its steady, natural character suits sustainability, pharmacy, gardening, and finance branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside warm cream or deep brown, rather than a dominant background. Black text remains highly readable on this color. The hex code is #809c86.
Questions about #809c86
What is #809c86 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #809c86 is rgb(128, 156, 134), in HSL hsl(133, 12%, 56%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 14%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #809c86?
#809c86 pairs well with warm cream and deep brown, which balance its cool gray undertones and keep the palette grounded without making the muted green feel dull or overly stark.
Does #809c86 read as a warm or cool color?
#809c86 reads as a cool to neutral green because its gray undertones temper the natural warmth often associated with green. Its low saturation gives it a calm, ashy appearance rather than a bright, leafy one.
Is #809c86 readable on white or black?
#809c86 has a 2.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.01:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.