#102B28 Hex Color
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This dark, muted teal sits between deep forest green and charcoal gray. Because #102b28 is so low in chroma, it works best as a sophisticated base color for UI backgrounds rather than a small accent. It offers excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for modern, moody interfaces. The hex code for this somber, balanced shade is #102b28.
Questions about #102b28
What is #102b28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #102b28 is rgb(16, 43, 40), in HSL hsl(173, 46%, 12%) and in CMYK 63%, 0%, 7%, 83%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Why does #102b28 work well for web interfaces?
Because #102b28 has low chroma and heavy gray undertones, it acts as a restful, neutral alternative to pure black or dark navy. It keeps interface elements legible while creating a sophisticated, high-end environment for long-form content.
What colors pair best with #102b28?
This shade pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like cream or soft beige for a balanced, approachable interface. For a high-contrast modern look, it anchors well against bright white text or subtle metallic accents like silver.
Is #102b28 readable on white or black?
#102b28 has a 15.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.39:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.