analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2C4E4D — Charcoal
#2C4E4D is a dark moderately saturated teal sitting at 178° 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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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #2C4E4D
- f5f9f9
- d7e9e8
- b9d8d7
- 9bc7c5
- 7db6b4
- 5fa5a3
- 4d8886
- 3c6a69
- 2b4c4b
- 1a2e2e
- 091010
Color schemes using #2C4E4D
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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#2C4E4D FAQ
What color is #2C4E4D?
#2C4E4D is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 178 degrees, 28% saturation and 24% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2C4E4D?
#2C4E4D is rgb(44, 78, 77) in RGB, hsl(178, 28%, 24%) in HSL, and cmyk(44%, 0%, 1%, 69%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2C4E4D?
White text on this background reaches 9.11:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.3:1.
What colors go well with #2C4E4D?
Its direct complement is #4E2C2D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4E2C3E and #4E3C2C gives you contrast without the vibration.