#234A3C Hex Color
A grounded and serious dark muted teal
This dark, muted teal carries a dusty, ashy quality that feels grounded and serious. Because of its low saturation, #234a3c works well as a sophisticated background for dark mode interfaces. Use white text for optimal readability, as this shade offers strong contrast. It pairs effectively with softer creams or warm metallic accents, avoiding the need for pure black in your palette.
Questions about #234a3c
What is #234a3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #234a3c is rgb(35, 74, 60), in HSL hsl(158, 36%, 21%) and in CMYK 53%, 0%, 19%, 71%.
What colors pair well with #234a3c in a design palette?
Is #234a3c suitable for use as a background color?
Yes, #234a3c is an excellent choice for dark mode interfaces because it offers a sophisticated, professional mood while maintaining enough contrast to keep white text highly readable. Its low saturation ensures it remains comfortable on the eyes for extended viewing.
Is #234a3c readable on white or black?
#234a3c has a 9.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.11:1 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.