#302F2D Hex Color
An intensely dark and warm neutral

#302f2d is an intensely dark, near-black neutral with warm, dusty undertones. Because it absorbs light, this shade works best as a moody backdrop for high-contrast typography or minimal interface elements. While standard white text remains perfectly legible against it, avoid using this hex code for fine details where the subtle grey cast might read as muddy rather than sharp.
Questions about #302f2d
What is #302f2d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #302f2d is rgb(48, 47, 45), in HSL hsl(40, 3%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 6%, 81%.
Does #302f2d work well for web text?
#302f2d works exceptionally well as a backdrop for high-contrast white or light-toned text. Its subtle warmth prevents the harsh, clinical feel of pure black while maintaining perfect readability for long-form content or minimalist interface layouts.
Is #302f2d considered a warm or cool color?
#302f2d reads as a warm, dusty neutral rather than a cool or blue-based charcoal. The subtle earthiness within the dark pigment gives it a softer character than standard jet black, making it ideal for grounded, organic design palettes.
Is #302f2d readable on white or black?
#302f2d has a 13.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.57:1 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.