#212826 Hex Color
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This dim, dusty teal sits close to black, offering a sophisticated alternative to pure darkness. Because of its muted, grey undertones, #212826 provides a stable base for technology and wellness interfaces. White text offers excellent contrast against this hex code, keeping type readable. Use it as a dominant background to ground your design, as it feels too heavy for small interface accents.
Questions about #212826
What is #212826 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #212826 is rgb(33, 40, 38), in HSL hsl(163, 10%, 14%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 5%, 84%.
Is #212826 a good choice for text-heavy interfaces?
#212826 is excellent as a primary background color rather than a text color. Because it sits so close to black, using high-contrast white or off-white text ensures your interface remains readable, professional, and easy on the eyes during extended use.
Does #212826 look more blue or green?
This color leans toward a cool, muted teal because of its subtle green-blue undertones. These grey characteristics make it feel more organic and approachable than a harsh, flat black, which helps ground design projects without appearing too clinical or cold.
Is #212826 readable on white or black?
#212826 has a 15.04:1 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.