#001515 Hex Color

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This nearly black cyan reads like a moody, nocturnal teal. Because #001515 is so dark and desaturated, it serves best as a dominant, atmospheric background rather than fine detail. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for dark mode interfaces. Try pairing it with a muted copper or soft beige to break up the gloom.

Questions about #001515

What is #001515 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #001515 is rgb(0, 21, 21), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 4%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 0%, 92%.
How should I use #001515 in a UI design?
#001515 works best as a primary background color for dark mode interfaces because its extreme darkness naturally recedes, allowing white or light-colored text to pop clearly. Avoid using it for fine text or borders as its dark, low-contrast nature makes small details difficult to distinguish.
What colors pair well with #001515 for a balanced palette?
Since #001515 is so desaturated and moody, you should pair it with warm, muted metallics like copper or soft, neutral tones like beige to prevent the design from feeling too cold. These contrasting temperatures create a sophisticated, intentional visual balance.
Is #001515 readable on white or black?
#001515 has a 18.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.