analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2F1409 — Obsidian
#2F1409 is a dark saturated black sitting at 17° 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.
#2f1409
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- Contrast on white
- Contrast on black
Tints and shades of #2F1409
- fdf5f2
- f5d7cb
- eeb8a3
- e69a7c
- df7c54
- d75d2d
- b34b22
- 8c3b1b
- 642a13
- 3d1a0c
- 150904
Color schemes using #2F1409
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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#2F1409 FAQ
What color is #2F1409?
#2F1409 is a shade of obsidian in the black family. It has a hue of 17 degrees, 68% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2F1409?
#2F1409 is rgb(47, 20, 9) in RGB, hsl(17, 68%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 57%, 81%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2F1409?
White text on this background reaches 17.14:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.22:1.
What colors go well with #2F1409?
Its direct complement is #09242F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #092F27 and #09112F gives you contrast without the vibration.