#302223 Hex Color
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#302223 is a desaturated, near-black shade with strong red undertones. Because it is so dark, this hex code works best as a stable background color for digital interfaces. It provides a high-contrast foundation for white text, offering a 15.2:1 accessibility ratio. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold accents to add warmth without losing the serious tone of the design.
Questions about #302223
What is #302223 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #302223 is rgb(48, 34, 35), in HSL hsl(356, 17%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 27%, 81%.
How does #302223 perform as a website background color?
#302223 creates an excellent high-contrast foundation for white or light-colored text, achieving an accessibility ratio of 15.2:1. This makes it a professional, stable choice for digital interfaces where legibility and a serious tone are the primary design objectives.
What colors pair well with #302223?
This deep tone pairs naturally with soft creams or muted gold accents to add warmth without compromising the color's serious character. Using these lighter, warmer neutrals helps balance the intensity of #302223 while maintaining a sophisticated and cohesive visual hierarchy.
Is #302223 readable on white or black?
#302223 has a 15.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.37:1 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.