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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2F2609 — Ebony
#2F2609 is a dark saturated black sitting at 46° 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.
#2f2609
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Tints and shades of #2F2609
- fdfaf2
- f5ebcb
- eedca3
- e6cd7c
- dfbe54
- d7af2d
- b39122
- 8c711b
- 645113
- 3d310c
- 151104
Color schemes using #2F2609
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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#2F2609 FAQ
What color is #2F2609?
#2F2609 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 46 degrees, 68% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2F2609?
#2F2609 is rgb(47, 38, 9) in RGB, hsl(46, 68%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 19%, 81%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2F2609?
White text on this background reaches 14.98:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.4:1.
What colors go well with #2F2609?
Its direct complement is #09122F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #09252F and #13092F gives you contrast without the vibration.