#292B2C Hex Color
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This near-black grey provides a serious, stable foundation for minimal interfaces and modern branding. Because it is highly saturated and dark, it functions best as a background color that allows white typography to pop with excellent contrast. The hex code for this neutral shade is #292b2c. It pairs well with muted teals or burnt oranges for a moody, professional aesthetic in product design.
Questions about #292b2c
What is #292b2c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #292b2c is rgb(41, 43, 44), in HSL hsl(200, 4%, 17%) and in CMYK 7%, 2%, 0%, 83%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Is #292b2c suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #292b2c provides excellent readability against white or light backgrounds. Because it is a near-black shade, it serves as a softer, more sophisticated alternative to pure black text, reducing eye strain while maintaining high contrast for digital interfaces.
What accent colors pair well with #292b2c?
This dark grey anchors vibrant accent colors effectively. Pair #292b2c with muted teal for a professional look or burnt orange to create a striking, modern aesthetic that feels balanced and intentional in UI design.
Is #292b2c readable on white or black?
#292b2c has a 14.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 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.