#263238 Hex Color
Atmospheric dark slate with grey undertones
This dark, desaturated slate blue leans heavily into grey, creating an atmospheric and serious tone. Because it is so muted, #263238 works better as a grounding base for dark mode interfaces than as a standalone accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm, muted terracottas. With a strong 13.2:1 contrast ratio against white text, the hex code #263238 is a reliable choice for readable, professional layouts.
Questions about #263238
What is #263238 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #263238 is rgb(38, 50, 56), in HSL hsl(200, 19%, 18%) and in CMYK 32%, 11%, 0%, 78%.
What colors pair best with #263238?
#263238 works best with warm, muted earth tones because they balance its cool, industrial nature. Consider pairing this dark shade with terracotta or soft gold to create a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic that feels both professional and approachable for modern web layouts.
Is #263238 readable on white or black?
#263238 has a 13.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.59:1 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.