analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A1C18 — Ebony
#2A1C18 is a dark moderately saturated brown sitting at 13° 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 #2A1C18
- f9f6f5
- e8dbd7
- d7c0ba
- c6a59c
- b58a7e
- a46f60
- 875a4e
- 6a463d
- 4c332c
- 2e1f1a
- 100b09
Color schemes using #2A1C18
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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#2A1C18 FAQ
What color is #2A1C18?
#2A1C18 is a shade of ebony in the brown family. It has a hue of 13 degrees, 27% saturation and 13% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A1C18?
#2A1C18 is rgb(42, 28, 24) in RGB, hsl(13, 27%, 13%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 33%, 43%, 84%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A1C18?
White text on this background reaches 16.44:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.28:1.
What colors go well with #2A1C18?
Its direct complement is #18262A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #182A25 and #181D2A gives you contrast without the vibration.