#2E201E Hex Color
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#2e201e is a near-black, muted reddish brown with a serious, moody presence. This heavy, ashy shade works well as a base color in dark mode UI design where standard black feels too harsh. It offers an excellent 15.7:1 contrast ratio with white text for high readability. Use this hex code as a background to anchor bright, neon accents that need a grounded, sophisticated stage.
Questions about #2e201e
What is #2e201e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e201e is rgb(46, 32, 30), in HSL hsl(8, 21%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 35%, 82%.
What makes #2e201e a good choice for dark mode UI?
#2e201e serves as an effective alternative to standard black because it maintains a softer, more grounded presence on screens. It provides a high 15.7:1 contrast ratio against white text, ensuring your dark mode interfaces remain readable and comfortable for long-term viewing.
Which colors pair well with #2e201e?
This muted reddish brown works best when paired with high-contrast, vibrant accents to break up its heaviness. Try using it alongside a sharp electric blue or a soft cream to create a sophisticated balance between the dark background and foreground elements.
Is #2e201e readable on white or black?
#2e201e has a 15.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.34:1 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.