#140E0F Hex Color
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With its near-black lightness and muted reddish undertones, #140e0f creates a sooty, somber mood with restrained warmth. This hex code works well as a dark-mode background or dominant base for dramatic branding, romance, and nightlife designs. Pair it with dusty rose or soft ivory, though its muddy depth can overpower fine details. White text remains highly legible, with an approximate 19.1:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #140e0f
What is #140e0f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #140e0f is rgb(20, 14, 15), in HSL hsl(350, 18%, 7%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 25%, 92%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #140e0f?
#140e0f pairs well with dusty rose, soft ivory, and muted blush tones because their light, softened warmth balances its near-black depth without competing with the reddish undertone or making the overall palette feel stark. Use them for accents, text, borders, or softer supporting surfaces.
Does #140e0f read as warm or cool?
#140e0f reads as a very dark, slightly warm color because its faint red undertones soften the black base, giving the shade a restrained warmth that feels deeper and more muted than a pure black. It suits dramatic layouts where a softer near-black is preferable.
Is #140e0f readable on white or black?
#140e0f has a 19.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.09:1 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.