#14261C Hex Color
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This dim, ashy green borders on black, offering a grounding, serious tone. Because it is so muted, #14261c works best as a primary background in dark mode interfaces rather than an accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with soft peach or muted gold for a sophisticated, natural palette. The hex code for this moody shade is #14261c. White text reads clearly against this deep, stable color.
Questions about #14261c
What is #14261c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #14261c is rgb(20, 38, 28), in HSL hsl(147, 31%, 11%) and in CMYK 47%, 0%, 26%, 85%.
How should I use #14261c in interface design?
#14261c functions best as a primary background color for high-end dark mode applications where you want a natural, non-clinical aesthetic. Because it is so deep, it effectively mimics shadow and adds visual weight without the harshness of pure black.
What colors pair best with #14261c?
Is #14261c readable on white or black?
#14261c has a 15.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.