#26242A Hex Color
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This dusty, near-black shade carries subtle violet undertones that prevent it from feeling like standard charcoal. As a dominant base, #26242a provides a sophisticated, moody foundation for dark-themed UI or high-end branding. It works best when paired with crisp white text to take advantage of its excellent readability. The hex code for this dim, serious tone is #26242a.
Questions about #26242a
What is #26242a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #26242a is rgb(38, 36, 42), in HSL hsl(260, 8%, 15%) and in CMYK 10%, 14%, 0%, 84%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How does #26242a differ from standard black or charcoal?
Unlike neutral blacks, #26242a carries a distinct violet base that warms the tone, making it feel less harsh and more organic in digital applications. It provides a deeper, more sophisticated foundation for UI elements than standard charcoal alternatives.
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Is #26242a readable on white or black?
#26242a has a 15.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.36:1 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.