Colour is a language of its own. It can grab your attention, lure you with information, change your mood and bring about a variety of emotions.

Choosing the right colour of text for your website is fundamental and is as fragile as an element in a painting. It can either create a fuller, richer harmony or turn out crude and upset the fine balance in your page.

If you’re about to create a colour scheme for your website, or just want to improve it, here are 6 tips for smart text colour choices.