analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D4942 — Charcoal
#2D4942 is a dark desaturated teal sitting at 165° 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.
#2d4942
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Tints and shades of #2D4942
- f6f9f8
- d8e7e4
- bbd6cf
- 9ec4ba
- 81b2a6
- 64a091
- 518477
- 3f675d
- 2d4a43
- 1c2d29
- 0a100e
Color schemes using #2D4942
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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#2D4942 FAQ
What color is #2D4942?
#2D4942 is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 165 degrees, 24% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D4942?
#2D4942 is rgb(45, 73, 66) in RGB, hsl(165, 24%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(38%, 0%, 10%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D4942?
White text on this background reaches 9.8:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.14:1.
What colors go well with #2D4942?
Its direct complement is #492D34. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #492D42 and #49342D gives you contrast without the vibration.