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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A554D — Charcoal
#2A554D is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 169° 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 #2A554D
- f5faf9
- d5eae7
- b6dbd4
- 96ccc2
- 77bcaf
- 58ad9d
- 468f82
- 376f65
- 275049
- 18312c
- 08110f
Color schemes using #2A554D
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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#2A554D FAQ
What color is #2A554D?
#2A554D is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 169 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A554D?
#2A554D is rgb(42, 85, 77) in RGB, hsl(169, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 0%, 9%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A554D?
White text on this background reaches 8.38:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.51:1.
What colors go well with #2A554D?
Its direct complement is #552A32. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #552A48 and #55382A gives you contrast without the vibration.