#18220C Hex Color
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This extremely dark, unsaturated lime carries a dusty, moody weight. Because it is so dim, it works best as a supporting texture or a background in dark mode layouts rather than a primary color. Pair the hex code #18220c with soft creams or warm grays to prevent it from feeling muddy. It provides excellent contrast for white text while adding a grounded, serious edge to digital interfaces.
Questions about #18220c
What is #18220c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #18220c is rgb(24, 34, 12), in HSL hsl(87, 48%, 9%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 65%, 87%.
How can I effectively pair #18220c in a user interface?
#18220c works best as a moody background color when paired with high-contrast text like warm creams or soft whites to ensure readability. Because it is so dark and desaturated, avoid using it with other dark tones that might make the layout appear muddy or illegible.
Is #18220c considered a cool or warm green?
#18220c reads as a warm, earthy green because of its distinct yellow-lime undertones, despite being extremely dim and desaturated. This makes it an excellent alternative to standard charcoal or black, as it brings a natural, organic feeling without being overly vibrant or distracting.
Is #18220c readable on white or black?
#18220c has a 16.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.27:1 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.