#363836 Hex Color
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#363836 is a deep, neutral grey that avoids the harshness of pure black. Its balanced tone makes it ideal for dark mode UI backgrounds or minimalist typography. White text reads perfectly against this shade with an 11.8:1 contrast ratio. If you want to learn about mixing black, the hex code #363836 offers a stable, sophisticated foundation for any design palette.
Questions about #363836
What is #363836 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #363836 is rgb(54, 56, 54), in HSL hsl(120, 2%, 22%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 4%, 78%.
Why use #363836 instead of pure black for UI design?
#363836 provides a softer, more natural appearance than pure black, reducing eye strain in dark mode interfaces. Because it maintains a high contrast ratio with white text, it offers excellent readability without the harshness of a true #000000 background.
What colors pair well with #363836 in a palette?
This deep neutral serves as a versatile anchor for high-contrast accents like vibrant orange or soft teal. Because it is so close to a true grey, it anchors brighter colors effectively without clashing or becoming visually distracting.
Is #363836 readable on white or black?
#363836 has a 11.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.77:1 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.