#191D20 Hex Color
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This deep, charcoal-toned grey offers a sturdy base for modern interface design. Its extreme darkness creates a sophisticated, near-black alternative to pure black without the visual harshness. Because white text maintains excellent readability against it, #191d20 works effectively as a full-screen background. Pair this neutral shade with soft, muted accent colors to prevent the palette from feeling too moody or aggressive in a layout.
Questions about #191d20
What is #191d20 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #191d20 is rgb(25, 29, 32), in HSL hsl(206, 12%, 11%) and in CMYK 22%, 9%, 0%, 87%.
Why is #191d20 often used as a replacement for pure black?
Using #191d20 instead of pure black significantly reduces visual fatigue for users viewing a screen for long periods. It offers enough depth to anchor a layout while feeling less harsh, making it ideal for text and UI backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #191d20 in a design system?
Because of its neutral, charcoal nature, #191d20 works beautifully with sage or dusty rose for a calming, sophisticated palette. Avoid overly saturated primary colors, which can make this deep shade feel out of place or aggressive.
Is #191d20 readable on white or black?
#191d20 has a 16.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.23:1 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.