#14181C Hex Color
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This extremely dark, dusty blue acts as a moody, modern background for tech interfaces and minimal branding. Because white text achieves a 17.8:1 contrast ratio against it, readability remains high. Avoid using this color for fine line work, as it tends to muddy at small scales. The hex code for this shade is #14181c, a serious alternative to standard black.
Questions about #14181c
What is #14181c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #14181c is rgb(20, 24, 28), in HSL hsl(210, 17%, 9%) and in CMYK 29%, 14%, 0%, 89%.
How does #14181c perform as a background for text?
#14181c is an excellent choice for background usage because white text achieves a 17.8:1 contrast ratio against it, ensuring high accessibility. It provides a soft, sophisticated depth that feels less harsh than pure black while maintaining perfect readability.
What colors pair well with #14181c?
Is #14181c readable on white or black?
#14181c has a 17.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.17:1 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.