#2D1A17 Hex Color
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#2d1a17 is an incredibly dark, desaturated red that leans toward a smoky brown. Its heavy, muted character makes it a strong choice for moody backgrounds where black feels too harsh. Because it is so dark, white text offers excellent readability against it. Use this hex code as a base color for premium branding or dark UI elements to add a grounded, serious aesthetic.
Questions about #2d1a17
What is #2d1a17 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d1a17 is rgb(45, 26, 23), in HSL hsl(8, 32%, 13%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 49%, 82%.
When should you use #2d1a17 instead of pure black?
Use #2d1a17 whenever you want a grounded, premium aesthetic that feels softer and more organic than a stark, jet-black background. It offers excellent readability for white text while reducing the visual strain often associated with absolute black elements in modern interface design.
What colors pair well with #2d1a17?
Is #2d1a17 readable on white or black?
#2d1a17 has a 16.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.27:1 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.