#051419 Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries a dusty, cyan undertone that leans heavily into mystery. Because it is so saturated with darkness, #051419 works best as a moody, immersive background rather than a secondary accent. It offers exceptional contrast for white typography, ensuring clear readability for large blocks of text. Pair this hex code with muted copper or soft sage greens to break up its stark, technical appearance.
Questions about #051419
What is #051419 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #051419 is rgb(5, 20, 25), in HSL hsl(195, 67%, 6%) and in CMYK 80%, 20%, 0%, 90%.
How can #051419 be used in UI design?
#051419 functions as a sophisticated, softer alternative to pure black for website backgrounds and dark mode interfaces. Because of its cool, cyan-leaning undertones, it provides excellent legibility for white text while feeling less harsh on the eyes than standard pitch black.
What colors pair well with #051419?
This deep shade creates a balanced, modern palette when paired with muted earthy tones. Try combining it with sage greens for a calming contrast or soft copper metallics to add warmth that breaks up its stark, technical appearance.
Is #051419 readable on white or black?
#051419 has a 18.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.12:1 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.