#22231D Hex Color
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Muted and almost gray, #22231d is a very dark yellow with dusty olive undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood suited to construction branding, budget-focused designs, and moody interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with white text for about 15.8:1 contrast, while brighter accents prevent the palette from feeling muddy. The hex code is #22231d.
Questions about #22231d
What is #22231d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #22231d is rgb(34, 35, 29), in HSL hsl(70, 9%, 13%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 17%, 86%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #22231d?
For balanced palettes, #22231d pairs well with warm neutrals, muted terracotta, and subdued sage, adding contrast while supporting its dusty olive undertones rather than making the design feel harsh or flat. Cream or pale gray also creates a calmer, softer contrast.
Is #22231d warm or cool?
#22231d reads as a warm, muted near-black because its yellow base and dusty olive undertones soften its gray appearance, though its very low lightness keeps the warmth subtle and gives the shade a restrained, shadowy character.
Is #22231d readable on white or black?
#22231d has a 15.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.