#233513 Hex Color

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This dark, unsaturated shade carries a serious, grounded weight. Because of its dusty olive undertones, #233513 creates a moody foundation for UI backgrounds or gaming interfaces. It provides excellent contrast for white text, ensuring readability in small sizes. Use this hex code as a base layer for organic themes, but pair it with brighter highlights to avoid a muddy appearance.

Questions about #233513

What is #233513 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #233513 is rgb(35, 53, 19), in HSL hsl(92, 47%, 14%) and in CMYK 34%, 0%, 64%, 79%.
What colors pair well with the dark olive of #233513?
This shade works best when balanced by lighter, neutral accents or soft metallic tones. Try pairing #233513 with cream or sand for a natural, organic look, or use muted gold highlights to bring out the subtle olive warmth without creating visual clutter.
Is #233513 a warm or cool color?
It leans toward a cool, muted olive because of the heavy desaturation in its dark base. The lack of vibrant yellow makes it feel more industrial and grounded rather than earthy or tropical, making it ideal for professional or gaming-focused interfaces.
Is #233513 readable on white or black?
#233513 has a 13.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.59:1 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.