#233438 Hex Color
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This deep, muted teal sits closer to charcoal than vibrant cyan. Its heavy, dusty quality makes #233438 a strong choice for moody UI backgrounds or dark mode interfaces. Because it is so dark, white text offers excellent readability against it. Avoid using it as a highlight color, as it functions best as a grounded, serious base for your design palette.
Questions about #233438
What is #233438 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #233438 is rgb(35, 52, 56), in HSL hsl(191, 23%, 18%) and in CMYK 38%, 7%, 0%, 78%.
Where should I use #233438 in a UI design?
#233438 performs best as a full-page background or a structural element in dark mode interfaces. Its heavy, muted character grounds your design, allowing for high-contrast white or light gray typography to stand out without causing visual strain or harsh glare.
What colors pair well with #233438?
Because #233438 is such a dark, neutral-leaning teal, it works effectively with crisp off-white or soft cream tones for text. For accent colors, consider muted terracotta or dusty gold to add warmth without disrupting the serious, professional mood of the palette.
Is #233438 readable on white or black?
#233438 has a 12.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.61:1 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.