#140C05 Hex Color
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This near-black brown is a somber, ashy tone that functions as a grounded alternative to pure black. Because it lacks saturation, #140c05 works best as a moody background or a heavy base for sophisticated, organic branding. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to prevent it from feeling too muddy. The hex code for this dark, serious shade is #140c05.
Questions about #140c05
What is #140c05 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #140c05 is rgb(20, 12, 5), in HSL hsl(28, 60%, 5%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 75%, 92%.
How should I use #140c05 in design?
Use #140c05 as a softer alternative to pure black when you need to anchor a layout without harshness. It excels in organic branding alongside cream or muted metallics to maintain a sophisticated and approachable depth.
Does #140c05 read as warm or cool?
While appearing nearly black, #140c05 carries subtle warmth due to its brown undertones. This makes it feel more approachable and grounded than a cold, stark black, which often dominates or clashes with natural color palettes.
Is #140c05 readable on white or black?
#140c05 has a 19.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.08:1 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.