#221F1C Hex Color
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This near-black, ashy grey feels dense and grounded, avoiding the harshness of pure black. As a dark, neutral shade, #221f1c works best as a background for minimal interfaces or bold typography. It provides an impressive 16.4:1 contrast ratio against white text, ensuring excellent readability. The hex code #221f1c offers a sophisticated, stable foundation for designs that require a moody but professional aesthetic.
Questions about #221f1c
What is #221f1c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #221f1c is rgb(34, 31, 28), in HSL hsl(30, 10%, 12%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 18%, 87%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #221f1c for a balanced palette?
This ashy grey works beautifully when paired with warm, muted tones like cream or soft beige to reduce visual harshness. For a more modern, high-contrast look, combine it with crisp whites or subtle, desaturated sage accents.
Is #221f1c readable on white or black?
#221f1c has a 16.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.28:1 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.