analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A464B — Charcoal
#2A464B is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 189° 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 #2A464B
- f5f9f9
- d7e6e9
- b9d3d8
- 9bc0c7
- 7dadb6
- 5f9ba5
- 4d7f88
- 3c636a
- 2b474c
- 1a2b2e
- 090f10
Color schemes using #2A464B
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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#2A464B FAQ
What color is #2A464B?
#2A464B is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 189 degrees, 28% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A464B?
#2A464B is rgb(42, 70, 75) in RGB, hsl(189, 28%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 7%, 0%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A464B?
White text on this background reaches 10.12:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.08:1.
What colors go well with #2A464B?
Its direct complement is #4B2F2A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4B2A36 and #4B402A gives you contrast without the vibration.