#363848 Hex Color
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A dusty, muted indigo with a strong grey cast, #363848 provides a serious and grounded alternative to pure black. This hex code works best as a primary background color for modern dark-mode interfaces, as it offers enough contrast for white text while feeling less harsh than absolute black. Understanding what colors make black helps when blending this matte shade with other neutrals.
Questions about #363848
What is #363848 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #363848 is rgb(54, 56, 72), in HSL hsl(233, 14%, 25%) and in CMYK 25%, 22%, 0%, 72%.
Why is #363848 a better choice than pure black for UI backgrounds?
Pure black (#000000) often creates high-contrast eye strain in digital interfaces. #363848 offers a more natural, subtle depth that makes white text easier to read over long periods while maintaining a serious and professional aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #363848 in a design palette?
Is #363848 readable on white or black?
#363848 has a 11.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.81:1 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.