#113239 Hex Color
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#113239 is a desaturated, dusky cyan that functions as a serious, grounded neutral. Because it is so dark, this shade excels as a background color for minimalist UI or moody branding projects. Pair it with soft cream or bright white text to maintain high readability. The hex code for this dim, shady tone is #113239, which offers a professional alternative to standard navy or black.
Questions about #113239
What is #113239 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #113239 is rgb(17, 50, 57), in HSL hsl(191, 54%, 15%) and in CMYK 70%, 12%, 0%, 78%.
What colors pair best with #113239 in a palette?
This deep tone acts as a solid anchor for high-contrast pairings. It works exceptionally well alongside creamy whites or soft beige tones to soften the intensity. For a more sophisticated contrast, try pairing #113239 with a muted terracotta to add warmth.
Is #113239 suitable for use as a primary UI background?
#113239 functions as an excellent, readable alternative to pure black or dark navy in minimalist interfaces. Because it is highly desaturated, it provides a stable, calming surface that makes light-colored typography stand out without causing eye strain during extended reading.
Is #113239 readable on white or black?
#113239 has a 13.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.53:1 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.