#1A2E2B Hex Color
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#1a2e2b is a dark, muted teal that sits close to charcoal. Its low lightness and gray undertone give it a serious, gloomy feel, so it works best as a base or supporting tone rather than a small accent. White text holds a strong 14.3:1 contrast against it, which makes the hex code a safe pick for dark mode UI and moody brand backgrounds. Pair it with dusty coral or soft brass to add warmth.
Questions about #1a2e2b
What is #1a2e2b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a2e2b is rgb(26, 46, 43), in HSL hsl(171, 28%, 14%) and in CMYK 43%, 0%, 7%, 82%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #1a2e2b?
Warm, dusty shades flatter this teal best. Try terracotta or muted brass accents for contrast, or soft cream for text and fine details.
Is #1a2e2b a good background color for text?
Yes, for white text. It delivers about 14.3:1 contrast, well above the 4.5:1 that WCAG AA requires for body copy, so it suits dark mode UI and reading surfaces.
Is #1a2e2b readable on white or black?
#1a2e2b has a 14.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.46:1 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.