#0E1114 Hex Color
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#0e1114 is an almost-black, sooty grey with a dim, neutral character. Because it lacks strong undertones, this color serves as an excellent, sophisticated alternative to pure black for UI backgrounds and dark mode interfaces. White text offers high readability against this shade, with a 18.9:1 contrast ratio. The hex code for this dark grey is #0e1114, which brings professional restraint to minimal design layouts.
Questions about #0e1114
What is #0e1114 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0e1114 is rgb(14, 17, 20), in HSL hsl(210, 18%, 7%) and in CMYK 30%, 15%, 0%, 92%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Is #0e1114 a good substitute for pure black in dark mode?
#0e1114 works exceptionally well as a dark mode background because it reduces eye strain compared to pitch black while maintaining a professional, high-contrast look. It feels slightly softer and more organic than a true, harsh black in digital interfaces.
What kind of colors pair best with #0e1114?
High-contrast whites and light greys provide the best readability against #0e1114, though muted jewel tones like deep navy or forest green also create a sophisticated, monochromatic aesthetic. Because it is so neutral, it anchors brighter accent colors effectively without clashing.
Is #0e1114 readable on white or black?
#0e1114 has a 18.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.10:1 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.