#333231 Hex Color
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Dark, dim, and almost colorless, this grey carries a faint warm undertone. #333231 is a hex code that reads softer than black, which makes it a solid base for dark mode interfaces, moody backgrounds, and minimal design. White text hits about 12.8:1 contrast on it, comfortably past WCAG AA. Pair it with muted brass or terracotta so it doesn’t read flat.
Questions about #333231
What is #333231 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #333231 is rgb(51, 50, 49), in HSL hsl(30, 2%, 20%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 4%, 80%.
Is #333231 warm or cool?
It reads slightly warm. The red channel sits just above green and blue, giving this grey a soft brown undertone instead of a bluish cast. Keep that in mind when matching it against cool-toned neutrals.
What colors pair well with #333231?
Muted brass, terracotta, and desaturated olive all lift this grey without breaking its calm. Bright white can make it look dull by comparison, so warm cream tones are often a better choice for text and surfaces.
Is #333231 readable on white or black?
#333231 has a 12.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.64:1 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.