#051904 Hex Color
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This almost black shade of green possesses a dusty, muted quality that feels grounded and serious. Because of its extreme darkness, the hex code #051904 serves as a strong, moody background base rather than an accent. It provides excellent contrast for white typography in dark mode UI design. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to break up its intense, shadowy presence.
Questions about #051904
What is #051904 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #051904 is rgb(5, 25, 4), in HSL hsl(117, 72%, 6%) and in CMYK 80%, 0%, 84%, 90%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How should I use #051904 in a UI design?
#051904 serves as a sophisticated alternative to pure black when you need a grounded, organic feel for dark mode layouts. Pair it with high-contrast text like soft cream or warm white to maintain readability while keeping the aesthetic soft and approachable.
Does #051904 read as a warm or cool color?
While #051904 is extremely dark, it retains a cool, forest-like undertone that feels more natural and less sterile than standard black. It bridges the gap between deep charcoal and forest green, making it a versatile choice for modern, minimal design palettes.
Is #051904 readable on white or black?
#051904 has a 18.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.14:1 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.