#232C2A Hex Color
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#232c2a is a muted, near-black teal with heavy grey undertones. Its low saturation makes it an excellent, sophisticated choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or moody branding where pure black feels too aggressive. Because it maintains high contrast ratios with white text, it provides good readability for body copy. This hex code works best as a grounding base color rather than a small accent.
Questions about #232c2a
What is #232c2a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #232c2a is rgb(35, 44, 42), in HSL hsl(167, 11%, 15%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 5%, 83%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
When should I use #232c2a over standard black?
#232c2a provides a softer, more sophisticated alternative to pure black because its muted teal and grey undertones reduce harshness on the eyes. Use it for dark mode interfaces or moody web backgrounds to create visual depth without high-contrast strain.
Does #232c2a work well for body text?
While #232c2a is excellent for background surfaces, it lacks the high-contrast ratio needed for small body text against dark grey or black backgrounds. Pair it with light, off-white text or soft cream tones for optimal readability in UI design.
Is #232c2a readable on white or black?
#232c2a has a 14.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.46:1 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.