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#2F0E09 — Obsidian

#2F0E09 is a dark saturated black sitting at 8° 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 #2F0E09

Color schemes using #2F0E09

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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#2F0E09 FAQ

What color is #2F0E09?

#2F0E09 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 68% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #2F0E09?

#2F0E09 is rgb(47, 14, 9) in RGB, hsl(8, 68%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 70%, 81%, 82%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2F0E09?

White text on this background reaches 17.68:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.19:1.

What colors go well with #2F0E09?

Its direct complement is #092A2F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #092F21 and #09172F gives you contrast without the vibration.