#3C3834 Hex Color
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The hex code #3c3834 is a dark, muted grey with warm brown undertones and very low saturation. It creates a serious, grounded mood suited to moody layouts, typography, and restrained interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 11.6:1 contrast and supports accessible body copy.
Questions about #3c3834
What is #3c3834 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3c3834 is rgb(60, 56, 52), in HSL hsl(30, 7%, 22%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 13%, 76%.
What colors pair well with #3c3834?
#3c3834 pairs well with warm cream, muted olive, and dusty terracotta because its low saturation lets softer colors add contrast without looking harsh, while its warm brown undertone keeps the palette grounded.
Is #3c3834 readable on white or black?
#3c3834 has a 11.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.80:1 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.