#192428 Hex Color
Sophisticated dark cyan with charcoal undertones
This dark, dusty cyan reads like a soft, sophisticated charcoal. Its muted character makes it an effective alternative to pure black for modern UI backgrounds. Because it offers high readability with white text, boasting a 15.9:1 contrast ratio, #192428 works well as a dominant base for dark mode designs. Pair this hex code with muted terracottas to soften its technical, moody edge.
Questions about #192428
What is #192428 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #192428 is rgb(25, 36, 40), in HSL hsl(196, 23%, 13%) and in CMYK 38%, 10%, 0%, 84%.
How should #192428 be used in UI design?
Use #192428 as a primary dark background color to create a softer, more sophisticated look than pure black while maintaining high readability. It pairs exceptionally well with bright, clean typography and muted accent colors like terracotta for visual interest.
Is #192428 readable on white or black?
#192428 has a 15.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.