#1A0B0D Hex Color
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An inky, near-black red, #1a0b0d carries a somber and dusty character. Because this shade is so dark, it functions best as a dominant base for moody UI backgrounds rather than fine detail, where it might lose legibility. White text provides exceptional contrast against this hue, making it a reliable choice for high-impact dark mode designs. The hex code for this bleak, shadowy tone is #1a0b0d.
Questions about #1a0b0d
What is #1a0b0d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a0b0d is rgb(26, 11, 13), in HSL hsl(352, 41%, 7%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 50%, 90%.
How should #1a0b0d be used in web design?
#1a0b0d works effectively as a full-page background for high-impact dark mode layouts where legibility is critical. Because it is so deep, it provides an exceptional, ink-like contrast for white or light gray text, creating a sophisticated and professional minimalist aesthetic.
Does #1a0b0d read as warm or cool?
This hue leans warm due to its red undertones, but its extreme darkness keeps it feeling neutral and shadowy. It avoids the harshness of pure black, offering a subtle, dusty character that feels more organic and grounded in complex design compositions.
Is #1a0b0d readable on white or black?
#1a0b0d has a 19.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.09:1 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.