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#2B0E03 — Obsidian

#2B0E03 is a dark saturated black sitting at 17° 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 #2B0E03

Color schemes using #2B0E03

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#2B0E03 FAQ

What color is #2B0E03?

#2B0E03 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 17 degrees, 87% saturation and 9% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #2B0E03?

#2B0E03 is rgb(43, 14, 3) in RGB, hsl(17, 87%, 9%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 93%, 83%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2B0E03?

White text on this background reaches 18:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.17:1.

What colors go well with #2B0E03?

Its direct complement is #03202B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #032B22 and #030C2B gives you contrast without the vibration.