#2A231F Hex Color
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#2a231f is a very dark, muted brown with ashy gray undertones and low saturation. Its dim, grounded character brings mystery, seriousness, and warmth to moody designs. Use it as a dominant background for coffee, chocolate, artisan, or vintage branding, with white text for strong readable contrast. The hex code is #2a231f.
Questions about #2a231f
What is #2a231f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a231f is rgb(42, 35, 31), in HSL hsl(22, 15%, 14%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 26%, 84%.
What colors pair well with #2a231f?
#2a231f pairs well with muted sage, dusty cream, and aged copper because these lighter, softened tones offset its low-light, ashy character. Use one brighter partner for emphasis rather than filling an entire layout with dark values.
Is #2a231f readable on white or black?
#2a231f has a 15.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.35:1 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.