analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2D4945 — Charcoal
#2D4945 is a dark desaturated teal sitting at 171° 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.
#2d4945
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Tints and shades of #2D4945
- f6f9f9
- d8e7e5
- bbd6d2
- 9ec4be
- 81b2ab
- 64a097
- 51847c
- 3f6761
- 2d4a46
- 1c2d2a
- 0a100f
Color schemes using #2D4945
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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#2D4945 FAQ
What color is #2D4945?
#2D4945 is a shade of charcoal in the teal family. It has a hue of 171 degrees, 24% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2D4945?
#2D4945 is rgb(45, 73, 69) in RGB, hsl(171, 24%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(38%, 0%, 5%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2D4945?
White text on this background reaches 9.77:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.15:1.
What colors go well with #2D4945?
Its direct complement is #492D31. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #492D3F and #49362D gives you contrast without the vibration.