#313029 Hex Color
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#313029 is a dark, dusty olive that leans heavily into gray tones. This dim shade works well as a moody background color for digital interfaces, offering high contrast for white text. Because of its muted, serious character, it avoids the typical energy of brighter yellows. Use this hex code as a base for construction or industrial branding where a grounded, industrial aesthetic is preferred.
Questions about #313029
What is #313029 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #313029 is rgb(49, 48, 41), in HSL hsl(53, 9%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 16%, 81%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Where should I use #313029 in a design interface?
#313029 works best as a moody, sophisticated background color in industrial or technical design projects. Its high readability against white text makes it a functional alternative to harsh black or dark gray, especially for professional or utility-focused applications.
What colors pair well with the #313029 olive tone?
Because #313029 is a muted, neutral-adjacent olive, it pairs beautifully with high-contrast creams or stark whites for readability. For accent colors, it balances well against muted terracotta or soft gold tones to create a grounded, organic, and serious color palette.
Is #313029 readable on white or black?
#313029 has a 13.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.58:1 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.