#212020 Hex Color
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#212020 is a dark, low-saturation neutral with a smoky, ashy cast. Its near-black depth brings seriousness and restraint to interfaces, typography, architecture, and moody layouts. Use the hex code #212020 as a dominant dark-mode background or strong contrast base, then add white text, which reaches about 16.3:1 contrast and meets WCAG AA body text requirements.
Questions about #212020
What is #212020 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #212020 is rgb(33, 32, 32), in HSL hsl(0, 2%, 13%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 3%, 87%.
What colors pair well with #212020?
Pair #212020 with white or soft off-whites for crisp contrast, then add muted sage or terracotta accents for restrained color without losing its smoky, serious mood.
Is #212020 readable on white or black?
#212020 has a 16.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.29:1 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.