analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D4549 — Charcoal
#2D4549 is a dark desaturated 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.
#2d4549
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Tints and shades of #2D4549
- f6f9f9
- d8e5e7
- bbd2d6
- 9ebec4
- 81abb2
- 6497a0
- 517c84
- 3f6167
- 2d464a
- 1c2a2d
- 0a0f10
Color schemes using #2D4549
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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#2D4549 FAQ
What color is #2D4549?
#2D4549 is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 189 degrees, 24% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D4549?
#2D4549 is rgb(45, 69, 73) in RGB, hsl(189, 24%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(38%, 5%, 0%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D4549?
White text on this background reaches 10.2:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.06:1.
What colors go well with #2D4549?
Its direct complement is #49312D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #492D36 and #493F2D gives you contrast without the vibration.