#0A1412 Hex Color
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Nearly black with a faint, dusty teal undertone, #0a1412 carries a moody, sophisticated presence. This shade adds weight to modern interface backgrounds and serves as a strong alternative to standard black. Because it creates a sense of mystery and serious calm, the hex code #0a1412 is a solid choice for tech branding or minimal, high-contrast layouts that require professional depth without feeling harsh.
Questions about #0a1412
What is #0a1412 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a1412 is rgb(10, 20, 18), in HSL hsl(168, 33%, 6%) and in CMYK 50%, 0%, 10%, 92%.
How should I use #0a1412 in my design layout?
This deep, moody shade works best as a sophisticated background replacement for standard black in UI design. It provides excellent depth while maintaining a softer, more professional visual weight than pure black, especially when paired with off-white or muted accent tones.
Does this color lean warm or cool?
The color leans distinctly cool due to its subtle teal undertones. While it appears nearly black at first glance, that faint green-blue presence creates a calm, serious atmospheric quality that distinguishes it from neutral or warm-leaning dark greys.
Is #0a1412 readable on white or black?
#0a1412 has a 18.72:1 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.