#29301B Hex Color
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This dark, muted lime carries a dusty and serious tone that feels almost shadowy. Because #29301b is so desaturated, it functions well as a grounding background rather than a vibrant pop of color. It creates a striking, moody contrast when paired with crisp white text. Use this hex code for heavy interface elements or nature-inspired branding where a somber, understated green is required.
Questions about #29301b
What is #29301b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #29301b is rgb(41, 48, 27), in HSL hsl(80, 28%, 15%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 44%, 81%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Does #29301b work as a primary interface color?
Because #29301b is so desaturated and dark, it functions best as a grounding background or a heavy accent rather than a primary interface color. It offers a subtle alternative to black that pairs beautifully with crisp off-white or cream text for high-end readability.
What color schemes work best with #29301b?
This shade thrives when paired with natural, earthy tones like terracotta or warm beige, which balance its inherent coolness. Avoiding overly bright neons helps maintain the serious, sophisticated mood #29301b naturally projects in branding or design layouts.
Is #29301b readable on white or black?
#29301b has a 13.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.53:1 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.