#14171A Hex Color
A crisp, inky charcoal for modern UI
This dark charcoal sits on the edge of pure black. With its cool, inky undertones, #14171a functions perfectly as a modern UI background. It offers exceptional contrast for white typography, easily meeting accessibility requirements for readable body text. Use it as a dominant base to anchor minimalist digital interfaces. The hex code for this serious, professional shade is #14171a.
Questions about #14171a
What is #14171a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #14171a is rgb(20, 23, 26), in HSL hsl(210, 13%, 9%) and in CMYK 23%, 12%, 0%, 90%.
Why is #14171a better for UI than pure black?
#14171a reduces visual fatigue by offering a softer alternative to absolute black, which can often feel too harsh on the eyes when paired with white text. It maintains a high-contrast, professional appearance while feeling much more natural and modern.
What colors pair well with #14171a?
#14171a acts as a versatile neutral anchor that pairs beautifully with crisp white or off-white tones for text. For accent colors, it works exceptionally well alongside vibrant teal or muted terracotta to add depth without overpowering the interface.
Is #14171a readable on white or black?
#14171a has a 17.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.16:1 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.