#160706 Hex Color
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Far from a true red, #160706 sits so close to black that the reddish undertone only shows against lighter neighbors or in bright light. Its muted, sooty depth makes a strong dominant base for dark mode interfaces and moody brand palettes. White text reads clearly on it at about 19.7:1 contrast, well past WCAG AA for small body text. Pair it with warm metallics or muted rose tones rather than bright reds, which overpower it. The hex code #160706 rewards restraint: treat it as atmosphere, not a statement color.
Questions about #160706
What is #160706 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #160706 is rgb(22, 7, 6), in HSL hsl(4, 57%, 5%) and in CMYK 0%, 68%, 73%, 91%.
What colors pair well with #160706?
Warm, muted neighbors bring out its hidden red undertone, so try dusty rose, burnt orange, or soft brass accents. Cool grays and off-whites also work, adding contrast without flattening the shade's depth.
Is #160706 readable on white or black?
#160706 has a 19.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.