#332D28 Hex Color
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#332d28 is a near-black shade of brown with distinct ashy, grey undertones. This extremely dark, muted tone provides high contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for dark mode UI backgrounds. Use it sparingly, as its density can easily overwhelm smaller elements. Pair this hex code with cream or soft gold to add warmth without sacrificing the moody, serious aesthetic.
Questions about #332d28
What is #332d28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #332d28 is rgb(51, 45, 40), in HSL hsl(27, 12%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 22%, 80%.
What colors complement the dark brown #332d28?
Cream, soft gold, and muted sage greens work exceptionally well with #332d28 to soften its intensity. These pairings prevent the shade from feeling too heavy while maintaining its serious, professional aesthetic and providing enough visual separation for readability.
Is #332d28 suitable for text-heavy UI backgrounds?
Yes, because #332d28 is a near-black shade, it provides excellent contrast for white or light-colored text. It serves as a more organic, less harsh alternative to pure black when designing dark mode interfaces that require long-term reading comfort.
Is #332d28 readable on white or black?
#332d28 has a 13.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.54:1 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.