#180F19 Hex Color
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This inky, near-black purple feels nearly void of light, grounding designs with intense, moody weight. Because #180f19 is so dark, it works best as a primary background or a heavy base rather than fine detail, which can vanish against it. Pair it with soft, muted golds or pale lavenders to maintain contrast. White text remains legible, making this hex code a strong choice for modern dark mode UI.
Questions about #180f19
What is #180f19 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #180f19 is rgb(24, 15, 25), in HSL hsl(294, 25%, 8%) and in CMYK 4%, 40%, 0%, 90%.
Is #180f19 a good choice for dark mode UI?
Yes, #180f19 works exceptionally well as a primary background for dark mode interfaces because it feels substantial without being pure black. It provides a more nuanced, sophisticated atmosphere that makes white or light gray typography appear crisp and legible.
Is #180f19 readable on white or black?
#180f19 has a 18.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.12:1 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.