#191310 Hex Color
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This nearly black shade offers extreme depth and sits on the edge of visibility. With a very low lightness, the hex code #191310 works best as a moody, grounding background for high-contrast, clean typography. It lacks the harshness of pure black, providing a softer, warmer foundation for professional branding. Pair it with crisp whites or muted creams to maintain legibility.
Questions about #191310
What is #191310 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #191310 is rgb(25, 19, 16), in HSL hsl(20, 22%, 8%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 36%, 90%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Is #191310 a better choice than pure black for website text?
Using #191310 is often superior to pure black because it reduces eye strain while maintaining excellent legibility against light backgrounds. Its subtle, warm undertones prevent the harsh, vibrating edges that occur when displaying stark black on bright screens.
Which accent colors pair well with #191310?
Is #191310 readable on white or black?
#191310 has a 18.38:1 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.