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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4D2828 — Taupe
#4D2828 is a dark moderately saturated red sitting at 0° 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 #4D2828
- faf5f5
- ead6d6
- dab7b7
- ca9898
- ba7979
- aa5a5a
- 8d4848
- 6e3939
- 4f2929
- 301919
- 110909
Color schemes using #4D2828
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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#4D2828 FAQ
What color is #4D2828?
#4D2828 is a shade of taupe in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 32% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4D2828?
#4D2828 is rgb(77, 40, 40) in RGB, hsl(0, 32%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 48%, 48%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4D2828?
White text on this background reaches 12.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.65:1.
What colors go well with #4D2828?
Its direct complement is #284D4D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #284D3B and #283B4D gives you contrast without the vibration.