Timber Green

#1A2D2C

General Information about Timber Green

The hex color #1A2D2C, also known as Timber Green, is a dark, muted shade of green. It is composed of 10.2% red, 17.6% green, and 17.3% blue. In the RGB color model, it has values of R:26, G:45, B:44. In the CMYK color model, its values are C:0.42, M:0.00, Y:0.02, K:0.82. This color is often associated with nature, stability, and tranquility. Its subdued nature makes it suitable for backgrounds, accents, and designs where a calming and grounding effect is desired. Timber Green can evoke feelings of earthiness and can be effectively used to create a sense of balance and harmony in various visual applications. It is frequently employed in designs that aim to convey reliability, sophistication, and an understated elegance.

The color #1A2D2C, also known as Timber Green, presents certain accessibility challenges, especially in text-based contexts. Its low luminance value (dark shade) necessitates careful consideration of color contrast ratios. When using #1A2D2C as a background color, it is crucial to pair it with a light-colored text to ensure sufficient readability for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is required for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using tools to assess the contrast ratio is essential to ensure compliance. Avoid using #1A2D2C for critical interactive elements or important information without sufficient contrast, as this can hinder usability. When using this color, consider users with color vision deficiencies. To accommodate users with color blindness, using icons or text labels to supplement the color is recommended. Testing the design using color blindness simulators can identify potential issues and improve overall accessibility.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 45 44
RGB26 45 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
176.84deg 26.76% 13.92%
176.8426.7613.92HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
176.84deg 10.2% 82.35%
176.8410.282.35HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A2D2C
rgb26 45 44
hsl176.84deg 26.76% 13.92%
cmyk42.22% 0% 2.22% 82.35%
hwb176.84deg 10.2% 82.35%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.03
oklch0.2805 0.0249 191.69
oklab0.2805 -0.02 -0.01
CMYK
42.22% 0% 2.22% 82.35%
42.2202.2282.35CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.03
0.020.020.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2805 0.0249 191.69
0.28050.0249191.69LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2805 -0.02 -0.01
0.2805-0.02-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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