#0A1414 Hex Color
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This near-black teal carries a dusty, ashy quality that reads serious rather than bright. The hex code #0a1414 provides an excellent high-contrast base for white text in moody dark mode interfaces. Because of its extreme darkness, use it as a dominant background color instead of black to add immediate, subtle depth to tech or aerospace branding. Pair it with soft muted creams for a balanced, modern look.
Questions about #0a1414
What is #0a1414 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a1414 is rgb(10, 20, 20), in HSL hsl(180, 33%, 6%) and in CMYK 50%, 0%, 0%, 92%.
How should I use #0a1414 in web design?
#0a1414 acts as an effective, softer replacement for absolute black in dark mode interfaces. Its teal undertones provide subtle depth, making it ideal for backgrounds that need high-contrast legibility without the harshness of a standard black palette.
What colors pair well with #0a1414?
Soft creams and muted neutrals balance the intensity of #0a1414 perfectly. You can also pair it with desaturated gold or muted coral accents to create a modern, high-end look for branding that requires a serious yet sophisticated visual tone.
Is #0a1414 readable on white or black?
#0a1414 has a 18.69:1 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.