#282728 Hex Color
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Dark and nearly neutral, #282728 is a muted charcoal shade with a faint violet undertone. Its low lightness creates a serious, restrained mood suited to interfaces, typography, architecture, and moody backgrounds. Use this hex code as a dominant base with warm white or muted terracotta accents. White text reaches about 14.9:1 contrast, supporting clear small body text.
Questions about #282728
What is #282728 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #282728 is rgb(40, 39, 40), in HSL hsl(300, 1%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 0%, 84%.
What colors pair well with #282728?
#282728 pairs well with warm white for readable contrast and with muted terracotta for a controlled accent. Pale sage can add a softer counterpoint, while cool blue-grays may make the palette feel flatter and more severe.
Is #282728 readable on white or black?
#282728 has a 14.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.41:1 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.