#030706 Hex Color
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This near-black tone carries an ashy, soot-like quality that feels grounded and somber. It works best as a primary background color for editorial designs or luxury branding, where it creates a high-contrast foundation for stark white typography. Because #030706 is extremely dark, avoid using it for small text without significant leading. This hex code provides a sophisticated, moody alternative to pure black.
Questions about #030706
What is #030706 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #030706 is rgb(3, 7, 6), in HSL hsl(165, 40%, 2%) and in CMYK 57%, 0%, 14%, 97%.
Is #030706 considered a true black color?
#030706 acts as a sophisticated alternative to pure black by introducing a subtle ashy, soot-like character. While it appears nearly black, it maintains a slightly organic, grounded warmth compared to the harsh, flat depth of standard screen black.
What design context works best for #030706?
This tone thrives in high-end editorial and luxury branding where it serves as a somber, elegant foundation. It pairs excellently with stark white typography, provided you allow for generous line spacing to maintain legibility against such a dark background.
Is #030706 readable on white or black?
#030706 has a 20.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.03:1 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.