#181A09 Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries a subtle, dusty olive undertone. It creates a serious, moody atmosphere perfect for dark mode UI backgrounds or industrial branding. Because it is so dark, white text provides excellent readability against it. The hex code for this tone is #181a09. While it anchors designs well, avoid using it in massive, flat blocks to keep the overall composition from looking too muddy.
Questions about #181a09
What is #181a09 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #181a09 is rgb(24, 26, 9), in HSL hsl(67, 49%, 7%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 65%, 90%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How should I use #181a09 effectively in web design?
#181a09 works best as a primary background color for dark mode interfaces because it feels softer than pure black. Avoid using it in large, flat shapes to prevent a muddy appearance, and always pair it with crisp white text to maintain readability.
What colors pair well with #181a09?
This shade thrives when paired with high-contrast, muted neutrals like cream or soft beige to highlight its olive character. For a more modern, industrial look, try accenting it with a sharp burnt orange or deep bronze to balance the cool darkness.
Is #181a09 readable on white or black?
#181a09 has a 17.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.19:1 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.