#2E4C48 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted teal carries a serious, grounded weight. Because it is highly unsaturated and dark, #2e4c48 works best as a moody background or a grounding element in a brand palette. It pairs well with soft creams or warm metallic golds to lift its dim character. The hex code for this teal is #2e4c48, and white text remains highly legible against its dark surface.
Questions about #2e4c48
What is #2e4c48 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e4c48 is rgb(46, 76, 72), in HSL hsl(172, 25%, 24%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 5%, 70%.
What colors pair best with the muted #2e4c48?
This deep tone acts as a neutral base, looking best when lifted by warm, lighter contrasts. Pair #2e4c48 with soft creams for a balanced look or use warm gold accents to bring out the subtle green undertones without overwhelming the palette.
Is #2e4c48 readable on white or black?
#2e4c48 has a 9.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.24:1 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.