#160D04 Hex Color
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This extremely dark, desaturated brown leans close to black. Because it lacks brightness, #160d04 works best as a moody, grounding base color rather than an accent. It provides excellent contrast for white text in UI designs, but be careful using it in large blocks, as its sooty undertones can feel overwhelming. The hex code for this somber shade is #160d04.
Questions about #160d04
What is #160d04 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #160d04 is rgb(22, 13, 4), in HSL hsl(30, 69%, 5%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 82%, 91%.
When should I use #160d04 instead of pure black?
Choose #160d04 when you need a grounding effect that feels softer and more organic than a stark, computer-generated black. It works effectively as a backdrop for white text while reducing the visual harshness often found in absolute dark modes.
What color palettes pair effectively with #160d04?
Is #160d04 readable on white or black?
#160d04 has a 19.20:1 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.