#2D4A3E Hex Color
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Reach for #2d4a3e when a layout needs a dark teal that reads serious without going black. The hex code is heavily desaturated, so it works best as a dominant base or dark background, not a small accent. White text clears AA easily on it at about 9.7:1 contrast. Pair it with terracotta for warmth, or browse other shades of green for lighter options.
Questions about #2d4a3e
What is #2d4a3e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d4a3e is rgb(45, 74, 62), in HSL hsl(155, 24%, 23%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 16%, 71%.
What colors pair well with #2d4a3e?
#2d4a3e pairs well with warm accents like terracotta and dusty rose, which offset its cool gray undertone. Soft cream and pale sage also work when you want a quieter, muted palette.
Does #2d4a3e read warm or cool?
#2d4a3e reads cool, but not crisp. Its very low saturation and gray undertone soften the usual chill of teal, giving it an ashy, matte quality that suits calm, understated layouts.
Is #2d4a3e readable on white or black?
#2d4a3e has a 9.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.16:1 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.