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#2A090C — Obsidian

#2A090C is a dark saturated black sitting at 355° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.

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Tints and shades of #2A090C

Color schemes using #2A090C

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

complementary

Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.

split complementary

A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.

triadic

Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.

tetradic

Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.

monochromatic

A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.

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#2A090C FAQ

What color is #2A090C?

#2A090C is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 355 degrees, 65% saturation and 10% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #2A090C?

#2A090C is rgb(42, 9, 12) in RGB, hsl(355, 65%, 10%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 71%, 84%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2A090C?

White text on this background reaches 18.38:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.14:1.

What colors go well with #2A090C?

Its direct complement is #092A27. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #092A17 and #091C2A gives you contrast without the vibration.