#111212 Hex Color
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Dark grey sits just off black. #111212 is a hex code with almost no saturation, so it reads as a deep neutral rather than a true black. That softness makes it a reliable base for dark mode interfaces and moody layouts, where pure black can feel harsh. White text reaches about 18.8:1 contrast here, well past WCAG AA, so small type stays readable.
Questions about #111212
What is #111212 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #111212 is rgb(17, 18, 18), in HSL hsl(180, 3%, 7%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 0%, 93%.
What text color works best on #111212?
White text gives about 18.8:1 contrast on #111212, well above the WCAG AA minimum of 4.5:1, so even small body copy passes. Muted grey tones around #a0a0a0 also work for secondary text.
Which accent colors pair well with #111212?
Warm accents like terracotta or amber pop against its neutral darkness, while cool blues can sink into it. The shade is essentially hueless, so pairings come down to contrast rather than color harmony.
Is #111212 readable on white or black?
#111212 has a 18.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.11:1 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.