#181413 Hex Color
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#181413 is an ultra-dark grey with near-black density and an ashy, muted character. This neutral tone serves best as a dominant dark mode background or a stabilizing base for high-contrast palettes. Because it maintains an 18.3:1 contrast ratio with white text, it works well for readable, sophisticated interface design. The hex code for this moody shade is #181413.
Questions about #181413
What is #181413 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #181413 is rgb(24, 20, 19), in HSL hsl(12, 12%, 8%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 21%, 91%.
Is #181413 a better choice than pure black for website backgrounds?
Yes, #181413 often feels more natural and less harsh on the eyes than pure black. Its ashy, near-black density creates a softer, more professional depth that improves readability and reduces eye strain in dark mode interfaces.
What accent colors work best with the ashy tone of #181413?
This deep neutral pairs effectively with muted, earthy tones like sage or terracotta for a sophisticated palette. You can also use vibrant, high-contrast highlights to cut through its density and draw immediate attention to specific UI elements.
Is #181413 readable on white or black?
#181413 has a 18.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.14:1 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.