#010000 Hex Color
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This near-black tone functions as a softer, more grounded alternative to pure black. Because #010000 feels slightly dusty and ashy rather than flat, it creates a moody, premium background for high-end editorial designs. It provides excellent contrast for white typography, maintaining a 21.0:1 ratio that ensures perfect readability. Use this hex code as a dominant base to establish immediate authority and serious elegance in your interface.
Questions about #010000
What is #010000 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #010000 is rgb(1, 0, 0), in HSL hsl(0, 100%, 0%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 100%, 100%.
Why use #010000 instead of pure black?
#010000 functions as a softer, more grounded alternative to pure black by introducing a slight, ashy depth. This makes it ideal for interface backgrounds where you want to reduce screen glare and eye strain while maintaining a high-contrast aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #010000?
#010000 works best with clean, high-luminance tones that create sharp legibility against its deep base. It looks exceptional when paired with stark white typography or accented by muted, desaturated metallic tones to enhance its sophisticated and moody quality.
Is #010000 readable on white or black?
#010000 has a 20.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.00:1 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.