#242730 Hex Color
A moody charcoal indigo for modern interfaces
#242730 is a muted, desaturated indigo that pulls heavily toward charcoal. This dark tone works best as a primary background in UI design because it offers high readability for white text. Its moody, serious character pairs well with sharp, saturated accents like neon yellow or burnt orange to avoid looking muddy. The hex code for this dusty blue is #242730.
Questions about #242730
What is #242730 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #242730 is rgb(36, 39, 48), in HSL hsl(225, 14%, 16%) and in CMYK 25%, 19%, 0%, 81%.
Which accent colors pair best with #242730?
Because #242730 is a dark, desaturated indigo, it needs high-intensity colors to prevent a muddy appearance. Sharp, vibrant shades like neon yellow or burnt orange provide the necessary contrast to make elements stand out against its deep backdrop.
Is #242730 suitable for text on a white background?
While #242730 is dark enough to be legible against light surfaces, it is often better used as a background color rather than a text color. For optimal accessibility on white, consider pairing this hue with crisp white or light gray typography.
Is #242730 readable on white or black?
#242730 has a 14.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.40:1 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.