#231C13 Hex Color
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This dark, ashy brown feels grounded and serious. It functions best as a dominant, moody background when you need high contrast for white typography. White text offers excellent readability against the hex code #231c13. Pair it alongside soft cream or muted gold to balance its heavy, shadowy weight without losing a clean, professional aesthetic.
Questions about #231c13
What is #231c13 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #231c13 is rgb(35, 28, 19), in HSL hsl(34, 30%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 46%, 86%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #231c13?
#231c13 works best as a primary background element when paired with high-contrast, clean white typography or soft, muted neutrals like cream. This combination balances the heavy, shadowy weight of the brown while maintaining a professional and legible aesthetic for the viewer.
Does #231c13 feel warm or cool?
This shade carries a serious and grounded atmosphere, making it a reliable choice for professional branding. It avoids the aggressive warmth of traditional wood tones, opting instead for an ashy, desaturated quality that conveys stability and restraint rather than organic or earthy softness.
Is #231c13 readable on white or black?
#231c13 has a 16.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.24:1 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.