#A6C47F Hex Color
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Reach for #a6c47f when a project needs a soft spring background, from baby products to seasonal packaging. The hex code produces a tinted, unsaturated lime with a warm yellow-green undertone that feels fresh without shouting. It works best as a dominant base: black text reaches about 10.8:1 contrast, so body copy stays readable. Deep plum makes a tasteful, unexpected partner.
Questions about #a6c47f
What is #a6c47f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a6c47f is rgb(166, 196, 127), in HSL hsl(86, 37%, 63%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 35%, 23%.
Does #a6c47f work as a background for body text?
Yes. Black text on #a6c47f reaches about 10.8:1 contrast, well above the 4.5:1 WCAG AA requirement for small body text. White text does not, so stick with dark type on this shade.
What colors pair well with #a6c47f?
Is #a6c47f readable on white or black?
#a6c47f has a 1.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.82:1 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.