#303536 Hex Color
Professional dark charcoal with modern edge
This dark, muted charcoal offers a professional alternative to pure black. Because it maintains a high 12.4:1 contrast ratio against white text, #303536 serves as an excellent, readable UI background. If you want to experiment with similar tones, learn what colors make black to adjust the saturation. The hex code is #303536, providing a stable, sophisticated base for minimal design.
Questions about #303536
What is #303536 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #303536 is rgb(48, 53, 54), in HSL hsl(190, 6%, 20%) and in CMYK 11%, 2%, 0%, 79%.
Why is #303536 a better choice for web design than pure black?
#303536 provides a high 12.4:1 contrast ratio against white text while preventing the eye strain often caused by absolute black. This soft, muted charcoal creates a more approachable visual hierarchy, making it ideal for modern dark-themed user interfaces and web layouts.
What colors pair well with #303536 in a design palette?
Is #303536 readable on white or black?
#303536 has a 12.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.68:1 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.