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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A5355 — Charcoal
#2A5355 is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 183° 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.
#2a5355
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Tints and shades of #2A5355
- f5fafa
- d5e9ea
- b6d9db
- 96c9cc
- 77b9bc
- 58a8ad
- 468b8f
- 376d6f
- 274e50
- 182f31
- 081111
Color schemes using #2A5355
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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#2A5355 FAQ
What color is #2A5355?
#2A5355 is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 183 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A5355?
#2A5355 is rgb(42, 83, 85) in RGB, hsl(183, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 2%, 0%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A5355?
White text on this background reaches 8.51:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.47:1.
What colors go well with #2A5355?
Its direct complement is #552C2A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #552A3E and #55422A gives you contrast without the vibration.