#060505 Hex Color
An authoritative and deeply neutral sooty black
An almost pure, sooty black, #060505 carries a somber and authoritative presence. This dark, neutral tone lacks warm or cool undertones, making it a reliable choice for high-contrast UI backgrounds. Because it maintains a 20.4:1 contrast ratio against white text, it offers excellent readability for fine body type. Use this hex code as a dominant base to ground minimalist branding or moody editorial designs.
Questions about #060505
What is #060505 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #060505 is rgb(6, 5, 5), in HSL hsl(0, 9%, 2%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 17%, 98%.
Why is #060505 better for UI design than pure black?
#060505 avoids the harsh, vibrating optical strain caused by absolute black on pure white screens. By softening the edges of the contrast, it creates a more natural, comfortable viewing experience while maintaining high readability for your body text.
What colors pair well with #060505?
This sooty shade works best with high-contrast, clean neutrals like crisp white, soft ivory, or cool silver accents. Because it is a neutral base, it also allows vibrant, saturated colors to pop without competing for visual dominance.
Is #060505 readable on white or black?
#060505 has a 20.35:1 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.