#06160F Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries a dusty, ashy undertone that reads much moodier than a standard navy. As a dominant background, #06160f provides a serious, sophisticated base for modern tech or wellness interfaces. It offers excellent contrast for white text, ensuring high legibility. Pair this hue with muted metallics or soft cream tones to break up its intensity, as it can feel too heavy on its own.
Questions about #06160f
What is #06160f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #06160f is rgb(6, 22, 15), in HSL hsl(154, 57%, 5%) and in CMYK 73%, 0%, 32%, 91%.
What colors pair well with #06160f in a design palette?
#06160f balances best when paired with muted metallics or soft, warm neutrals to soften its inherent intensity. Using a creamy off-white for typography ensures high legibility while preventing the harshness that can sometimes occur when pairing deep shades with pure white.
Is #06160f suitable for UI background usage?
Yes, #06160f acts as a sophisticated, near-black alternative for modern tech or wellness interfaces, offering a serious mood without the flatness of pure black. Its subtle ashy undertone adds character while maintaining enough depth to make white interface elements pop clearly.
Is #06160f readable on white or black?
#06160f has a 18.59:1 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.