#0A1812 Hex Color
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This deeply dark teal carries a dusty, muted quality that feels sophisticated and grounded. The hex code #0a1812 works well as a moody background for dark mode interfaces. Because the shade is so dark, white text provides excellent readability with an 18.2:1 contrast ratio. It creates a serious foundation that avoids the harshness of pure black while maintaining a professional aesthetic.
Questions about #0a1812
What is #0a1812 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0a1812 is rgb(10, 24, 18), in HSL hsl(154, 41%, 7%) and in CMYK 58%, 0%, 25%, 91%.
Why choose #0a1812 instead of standard black?
#0a1812 offers a sophisticated, subtle depth that feels less harsh on the eyes than pure black. It maintains a high contrast ratio with white text, making it an ideal professional foundation for modern dark mode backgrounds.
What color palettes work well with #0a1812?
Is #0a1812 readable on white or black?
#0a1812 has a 18.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.15:1 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.