#021D1A Hex Color
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This dusty, near-black teal carries a heavy, serious weight. Because it sits so close to black, it works best as a moody, sophisticated alternative to standard dark backgrounds in tech or wellness UI. The hex code is #021d1a. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold accents to cut through the gloom, as white text provides the best accessibility contrast here.
Questions about #021d1a
What is #021d1a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #021d1a is rgb(2, 29, 26), in HSL hsl(173, 87%, 6%) and in CMYK 93%, 0%, 10%, 89%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #021d1a for a balanced UI?
#021d1a works beautifully with soft cream or muted gold accents to provide visual relief without sacrificing the moody aesthetic. These lighter tones cut through the heavy, dark base while ensuring the interface remains readable and elegant.
Is #021d1a a suitable background for long-form reading?
#021d1a can be an excellent choice for dark mode UI as long as your primary text is a high-contrast white or light gray. Using this color reduces screen glare significantly compared to pure black, offering a more comfortable experience for extended reading.
Is #021d1a readable on white or black?
#021d1a has a 17.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.19:1 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.