#190A05 Hex Color
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This nearly black, ashy brown feels heavy and serious, bordering on obsidian. Because #190a05 is so dark and muted, it functions best as a dominant base for moody UI backgrounds rather than as an accent. It provides a massive 19.3:1 contrast ratio with white text, making it a highly readable choice for sleek, sophisticated dark mode layouts. The hex code for this shade is #190a05.
Questions about #190a05
What is #190a05 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #190a05 is rgb(25, 10, 5), in HSL hsl(15, 67%, 6%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 80%, 90%.
Where should I use #190a05 in my UI design?
#190a05 works best as a primary background color for modern dark-themed interfaces where readability is paramount. Because it provides a massive 19.3:1 contrast ratio against white text, it maintains excellent accessibility while appearing softer than pure, pitch-black alternatives.
Does #190a05 read as a warm or cool color?
This shade reads as a deeply warm, grounded brown rather than a cool or neutral black. Its subtle ashy undertones give it a serious and organic weight, making it a great alternative if you want to avoid the harshness of standard black.
Is #190a05 readable on white or black?
#190a05 has a 19.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.08:1 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.