#243742 Hex Color
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Dark and muted blue with gray-green undertones, #243742 has a matte, restrained character. Its low lightness suggests seriousness, security, and control, making it effective for finance, technology, government, or moody interface backgrounds. Use it as a dominant base with warm off-white accents; white text reaches about a 12.4:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #243742.
Questions about #243742
What is #243742 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #243742 is rgb(36, 55, 66), in HSL hsl(202, 29%, 20%) and in CMYK 45%, 17%, 0%, 74%.
What colors pair well with #243742?
Warm off-white, sand, muted terracotta, and soft copper pair well with #243742, adding contrast without weakening its restrained mood; pale blue-gray can also create a quieter monochromatic scheme for interfaces and editorial layouts.
Does #243742 read as warm or cool?
#243742 reads as a cool, dark blue because its muted gray-green undertones pull it away from warm navy or brown. Its low lightness adds a serious, controlled feel, making it a strong base for technology, finance, and formal interface designs.
Is #243742 readable on white or black?
#243742 has a 12.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.70:1 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.