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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2F2709 — Ebony
#2F2709 is a dark saturated black sitting at 47° 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.
#2f2709
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Tints and shades of #2F2709
- fdfaf2
- f5eccb
- eedda3
- e6cf7c
- dfc154
- d7b22d
- b39422
- 8c731b
- 645313
- 3d320c
- 151204
Color schemes using #2F2709
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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#2F2709 FAQ
What color is #2F2709?
#2F2709 is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 47 degrees, 68% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2F2709?
#2F2709 is rgb(47, 39, 9) in RGB, hsl(47, 68%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 17%, 81%, 82%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2F2709?
White text on this background reaches 14.84:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.42:1.
What colors go well with #2F2709?
Its direct complement is #09112F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #09242F and #14092F gives you contrast without the vibration.