#14090A Hex Color
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This dark, ashy red feels heavy and somber, bordering on pure black. Due to its very low lightness, #14090a provides a dramatic backdrop for high-contrast white text. It works best as a sharp accent rather than a primary background, as it can appear muddy in large blocks. The hex code for this moody shade is #14090a, useful for creating intense, serious visual depth in your designs.
Questions about #14090a
What is #14090a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #14090a is rgb(20, 9, 10), in HSL hsl(355, 38%, 6%) and in CMYK 0%, 55%, 50%, 92%.
Is #14090a suitable for web text?
This color is far too dark for readable body text, but it works exceptionally well as a background for bright, high-contrast typography. Use it to ground your design elements or create a sense of weight against lighter UI components.
What colors complement #14090a?
Since #14090a functions almost like black, it pairs best with vibrant or pale, high-contrast hues to cut through the heavy, ashy undertones. Try pairing it with off-white or soft, neutral creams to balance its intense, somber mood.
Is #14090a readable on white or black?
#14090a has a 19.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.07:1 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.