#263331 Hex Color
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This dusty, near-grey teal carries a serious, grounded mood. Because #263331 is so low in chroma, it works best as a primary background color rather than an accent. It provides a sophisticated alternative to pure black for dark mode interfaces. Use it alongside crisp white text for excellent readability, as it offers a strong contrast ratio without the harshness of a standard dark charcoal.
Questions about #263331
What is #263331 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #263331 is rgb(38, 51, 49), in HSL hsl(171, 15%, 17%) and in CMYK 25%, 0%, 4%, 80%.
Does #263331 work well as a text color?
While #263331 provides excellent contrast against crisp white backgrounds, it is often too dark for body text in large blocks. It functions best as a background foundation that allows lighter, secondary accents to pop without creating harsh visual fatigue.
How can I best pair #263331 in a UI design?
This shade pairs exceptionally well with muted metallics like brushed silver or soft cream tones. Because it is so desaturated, it avoids the visual conflict often found when combining strong primary colors with high-contrast elements in a layout.
Is #263331 readable on white or black?
#263331 has a 13.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.60:1 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.