NEUTRALS
Onyx
#353434
Onyx is a grounded neutral sitting at HSL 0°, 1%, 21%. The color's low saturation gives it a quiet, atmospheric quality and reads warm — closer to sunlight than shadow. Designers often reach for it in any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone — ideal for feature walls, cabinetry, exterior trim, statement furniture. Looks at home next to natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants.
Color Codes
Paint Matches
Benjamin Moore
Onyx 2133-10
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone
Best Uses
feature walls, cabinetry, exterior trim, statement furniture
Pairs With
natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Build a palette around Onyx
Open this color in a ready 5-color palette — lighter, darker, complementary and accent shades pre-built. Edit, customize, and download in 15 designer formats free.
BUILD PALETTE WITH THIS COLOR →Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #353434?
#353434 is Onyx, a deep neutral with a warm undertone.
Is #353434 warm or cool?
Onyx reads warm, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Onyx?
Onyx works well in any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone. Designers typically use it for feature walls, cabinetry, exterior trim, statement furniture.
What colors pair well with Onyx?
Onyx pairs naturally with natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Onyx?
You can download Onyx on dsgn.house in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the RGB value of #353434?
#353434 converts to RGB 53, 52, 52.