Green House

#1B500D

General Information about #1B500D

The hexadecimal color #1B500D, often referred to as Green House, is a dark shade of green. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 10.59% red, 31.37% green, and 5.1% blue. This unique blend of primary colors creates a deep, earthy tone that can evoke feelings of nature, growth, and tranquility. Hex color codes are widely used in web design and digital graphics to ensure color consistency across different devices and platforms. Understanding the components of a hex code allows designers to precisely specify and reproduce colors, making it an essential skill for anyone working in visual communication. The color #1B500D lends itself well to designs aiming for a natural, organic, or sophisticated aesthetic.

The color #1B500D, also known as Green House, presents some accessibility challenges due to its dark nature. When used as a background color, it necessitates very light text to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, particularly for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal-sized text, as per WCAG guidelines. For larger text (14pt bold or 18pt regular), a contrast ratio of 3:1 is acceptable. When using this color for interactive elements like buttons or links, consider adding visual cues beyond color alone, such as underlines or borders, to ensure that users who are colorblind can still identify and interact with these elements. Careful consideration of font size, weight, and spacing can also improve readability when using such a dark shade.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
27 80 13
RGB27 80 13
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
107.46deg 72.04% 18.24%
107.4672.0418.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
107.46deg 5.1% 68.63%
107.465.168.63HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1B500D
rgb27 80 13
hsl107.46deg 72.04% 18.24%
cmyk66.25% 0% 83.75% 68.63%
hwb107.46deg 5.1% 68.63%
xyz-d650.03 0.06 0.01
oklch0.3812 0.1113 140.1
oklab0.3812 -0.09 0.07
CMYK
66.25% 0% 83.75% 68.63%
66.25083.7568.63CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.06 0.01
0.030.060.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3812 0.1113 140.1
0.38120.1113140.1LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3812 -0.09 0.07
0.3812-0.090.07LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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Applications

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