analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A2F09 — Ebony
#2A2F09 is a dark saturated black sitting at 68° 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.
#2a2f09
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Tints and shades of #2A2F09
- fbfdf2
- eff5cb
- e4eea3
- d8e67c
- ccdf54
- c0d72d
- a0b322
- 7d8c1b
- 596413
- 363d0c
- 131504
Color schemes using #2A2F09
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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#2A2F09 FAQ
What color is #2A2F09?
#2A2F09 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 68 degrees, 68% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2A2F09?
#2A2F09 is rgb(42, 47, 9) in RGB, hsl(68, 68%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(11%, 0%, 81%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A2F09?
White text on this background reaches 13.92:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.51:1.
What colors go well with #2A2F09?
Its direct complement is #0E092F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #09172F and #21092F gives you contrast without the vibration.