#162020 Hex Color
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This dark, muted cyan sits right on the edge of grey and green. Because of its extremely low lightness, #162020 functions best as a sophisticated base for dark mode interfaces rather than a primary accent. It offers high contrast for white text, making it a functional, grounded choice for modern UI design. The hex code for this moody, atmospheric shade is #162020.
Questions about #162020
What is #162020 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #162020 is rgb(22, 32, 32), in HSL hsl(180, 19%, 11%) and in CMYK 31%, 0%, 0%, 87%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
When should I use #162020 in a design project?
Use #162020 as a subtle alternative to standard black or dark grey backgrounds in web interfaces. Its faint cyan undertone adds a touch of complexity and depth that standard neutrals lack, making it perfect for modern, professional dark mode UI themes.
Is #162020 readable on white or black?
#162020 has a 16.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.26:1 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.