#2C3136 Hex Color
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Dark mode backgrounds are where this shade earns its keep, and #2c3136 is a solid choice for the job. The hex code reads as a dim, almost grey blue with a dusty, ashy undertone, so it feels steadier than pure black without pulling much attention. White text on it reaches about 13.1:1 contrast, which clears WCAG AA for small body text. Expect it in finance, security, and moody tech palettes.
Questions about #2c3136
What is #2c3136 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2c3136 is rgb(44, 49, 54), in HSL hsl(210, 10%, 19%) and in CMYK 19%, 9%, 0%, 79%.
What colors pair well with #2c3136?
Muted coral, desaturated teal, and soft amber all lift this ashy blue without clashing. Treat #2c3136 as the dominant base and keep the brighter tones as small accents.
Is #2c3136 readable on white or black?
#2c3136 has a 13.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.59:1 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.