#262A30 Hex Color
A reserved and serious charcoal grey
This dusty, blue-grey tone feels reserved and serious. #262a30 works best as a primary background in dark mode designs where white text needs high contrast to remain legible. It lacks the saturation of a standard blue, which keeps the palette feeling grounded and professional. The hex code for this moody shade is #262a30. It pairs effectively with soft teals or muted golds for balanced UI layouts.
Questions about #262a30
What is #262a30 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #262a30 is rgb(38, 42, 48), in HSL hsl(216, 12%, 17%) and in CMYK 21%, 13%, 0%, 81%.
What design style suits #262a30 best?
#262a30 functions as an ideal, neutral foundation for minimalist or professional user interfaces that prioritize readability. Because it lacks high saturation, it provides a grounded, stable backdrop that allows brighter accent colors or white text to stand out without clashing.
Which accent colors pair well with #262a30?
This shade complements soft, muted tones effectively, particularly when paired with muted gold or soft teal. These combinations balance the seriousness of the dark grey with subtle warmth, creating a sophisticated aesthetic without overwhelming the viewer's eye.
Is #262a30 readable on white or black?
#262a30 has a 14.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.45:1 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.