Deep Forest Green
General Information about #222A0A
The hex color #222A0A, often described as a deep forest green, is a dark shade that belongs to the green color family. It is composed of 13.33% red, 16.47% green, and 3.92% blue. In the RGB color space, it has the values (34, 42, 10). The color's darkness is due to the low values of all its components. This particular shade evokes feelings of nature, earthiness, and tranquility, often associated with forests and deep woods. It's a color that can be used to create a sense of depth and mystery. In subtractive color mixing (CMYK), it consists of 19% cyan, 0% magenta, 76% yellow, and 84% black.
The color #222A0A, a deep forest green, presents significant accessibility challenges, primarily due to its low luminance. Its contrast ratio against a standard white background (like #FFFFFF) is quite low, failing to meet the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) AA standards for normal text and large text, as well as the AAA standards. This means that users with visual impairments, such as those with low vision or color blindness, may find it difficult to read text or distinguish elements using this color. To improve accessibility, it's crucial to use this color sparingly and pair it with very light colors, ensure a sufficient contrast ratio, at least 4.5:1 for regular text and 3:1 for large text. Consider providing alternative color schemes for users who need them. Tools like contrast checkers can help you verify the contrast ratio and ensure compliance with accessibility guidelines.
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Website Backgrounds
This color is ideal for website backgrounds seeking to evoke a sense of nature or tranquility. Use it sparingly for text as the low contrast can cause readability issues. It would work well for section dividers or as a subtle accent color on buttons when paired with very light text. In general it can be applied to websites to create a deep forest feeling.
Eco-Friendly Branding
Deep forest green is perfect for creating branding materials that represent ecological awareness or natural products. Use it in logos, brochures, and packaging to communicate environmental consciousness and earthiness. The deep green creates a feeling of sustainability and being eco-friendly. It can be combined with other natural color tones.
Interior Accent Color
In interior design, this hue can be used for accent walls in studies or reading rooms, promoting a calming and focused atmosphere. Also works well for creating a feature wall. Combine it with light neutral tones to prevent the room from feeling too dark. Accessorize with natural materials like wood and stone for a harmonious balance.