analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A2218 — Ebony
#2A2218 is a dark moderately saturated brown sitting at 33° 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 #2A2218
- f9f8f5
- e8e1d7
- d7caba
- c6b39c
- b59c7e
- a48560
- 876d4e
- 6a553d
- 4c3d2c
- 2e251a
- 100d09
Color schemes using #2A2218
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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#2A2218 FAQ
What color is #2A2218?
#2A2218 is a shade of ebony in the brown family. It has a hue of 33 degrees, 27% saturation and 13% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A2218?
#2A2218 is rgb(42, 34, 24) in RGB, hsl(33, 27%, 13%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 19%, 43%, 84%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A2218?
White text on this background reaches 15.67:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.34:1.
What colors go well with #2A2218?
Its direct complement is #18202A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #18292A and #19182A gives you contrast without the vibration.