#131A2D Hex Color

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The hex code #131a2d defines a dark, low-saturation blue with ashy undertones and an inky, serious mood. It suits security, finance, government, and technology interfaces, especially as a dominant dark-mode background. White text provides about 17.3:1 contrast, supporting clear small body text. Pair it with burgundy or cool gray for controlled depth.

Questions about #131a2d

What is #131a2d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #131a2d is rgb(19, 26, 45), in HSL hsl(224, 41%, 13%) and in CMYK 58%, 42%, 0%, 82%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #131a2d?
#131a2d pairs well with cool gray for restrained contrast, burgundy for warmer depth, and muted blue-gray for a cohesive palette. Use lighter tints for surfaces and reserve the darkest value for navigation, panels, or other visual anchors.
Does #131a2d read as warm or cool?
#131a2d reads as a cool, muted blue on screen in most digital layouts because its hue sits in the blue range while low saturation and ashy undertones soften its intensity. Pair it with warmer accents when a softer or more welcoming balance is needed.
Is #131a2d readable on white or black?
#131a2d has a 17.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.21:1 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.