#2B2E34 Hex Color
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#2b2e34 is a dark, dusty charcoal with cool blue undertones. This muted shade carries a professional weight that suits security, legal, or financial branding. It functions best as a background, offering a softer alternative to pure black. Because white text creates a sharp 13.6:1 contrast ratio, it remains readable for small body text. The hex code for this color is #2b2e34.
Questions about #2b2e34
What is #2b2e34 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2b2e34 is rgb(43, 46, 52), in HSL hsl(220, 9%, 19%) and in CMYK 17%, 12%, 0%, 80%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Why choose #2b2e34 instead of pure black for backgrounds?
Using #2b2e34 provides a softer, more sophisticated look than harsh, dead-end black while maintaining high readability. The subtle cool blue undertone reduces eye strain and helps text stand out, making it an ideal choice for professional UI interfaces and corporate branding.
What color palettes work well with #2b2e34?
This shade pairs beautifully with crisp white for maximum contrast or muted sage green for a calming, grounded aesthetic. It also works well with silver or soft greys, grounding your layout without appearing as heavy or industrial as traditional, darker alternatives.
Is #2b2e34 readable on white or black?
#2b2e34 has a 13.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.54:1 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.