#0C0E12 Hex Color

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The hex code #0c0e12 is an almost-black gray with faint blue undertones and very low saturation. Its heavy, ashy appearance creates a serious, restrained mood suited to dark interfaces, architecture, and minimal branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 19.3:1 contrast. Pale gray details keep the design from feeling muddy.

Questions about #0c0e12

What is #0c0e12 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c0e12 is rgb(12, 14, 18), in HSL hsl(220, 20%, 6%) and in CMYK 33%, 22%, 0%, 93%.
What colors pair well with #0c0e12?
#0c0e12 pairs well with white, pale gray, and muted cool shades such as slate, while a restrained amber accent adds warmth without overpowering its deep, blue-gray base in an interface palette.
Does #0c0e12 feel warm or cool?
#0c0e12 reads as a cool near-black because its blue component is slightly higher than its red and green values, creating a faint blue cast rather than a warm brownish cast overall.
Is #0c0e12 readable on white or black?
#0c0e12 has a 19.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.08:1 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.