Dark slate gray

#2F4F4F

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What Color is Dark slate gray

Dark slate gray (#2F4F4F) is a cool cyan color associated with the autumn season. Its complementary color is #D0B0B0.

What color is opposite Dark slate gray?

The opposite color to Dark slate gray is Clam Shell (#d0b0b0).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Cyan
  • Temperature: Cool
  • Associated Season: Autumn
  • Complementary Color: #D0B0B0
  • Brightness: 69/255
  • Saturation: 41%

Color Conversions

Hex
#2F4F4F
RGB
47, 79, 79
RGB %
18%, 31%, 31%
HSL
180°, 25%, 25%
HSV
180°, 41%, 31%
CMYK
41%, 0%, 0%, 69%
LAB
31, -12, -4
XYZ
5.38, 6.76, 8.42

CSS Snippets

CSS Hex
color: #2F4F4F;
CSS RGB
color: rgb(47, 79, 79);
Background
background-color: #2F4F4F;
Border
border: 1px solid #2F4F4F;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #2F4F4F40;
Linear Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2F4F4F 0%, #ffffff 100%);

Colors That Pair Well With Dark slate gray

Bold Contrast

Pair with Clam Shell for maximum visual impact. Perfect for call-to-action buttons or attention-grabbing designs.

#2F4F4F#d0b0b0

Clean & Professional

Combine with white and dark gray for a clean, professional look. Ideal for business websites and corporate branding.

#2F4F4F#FFFFFF#1F2937

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#597272#263f3f

What Goes With Dark slate gray?

Explore color palettes containing Dark slate gray and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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WCAG Score: 0

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Contrast with White

UI Examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Dark slate gray?
#2F4F4F — see all color formats above.
What colors go with Dark slate gray?
See our recommended pairings with design context, or explore the color harmonies for more options.
Is Dark slate gray accessible for text?
Check the accessibility section for WCAG contrast ratios against black and white backgrounds.
How do I use Dark slate gray in CSS?
Copy ready-to-use code from the CSS snippets section, or click any format in Color Conversions to copy.