#1A1714 Hex Color
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This ultra-dark, ashy neutral reads almost like black but retains a softer, more organic warmth. Because #1a1714 is so deep, it serves as a sophisticated alternative to pure black for background surfaces or text. It offers excellent contrast for white typography, meeting accessibility standards with ease. Use it sparingly as a dominant base, as it can feel heavy in large, unbroken fields.
Questions about #1a1714
What is #1a1714 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a1714 is rgb(26, 23, 20), in HSL hsl(30, 13%, 9%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 23%, 90%.
Why choose #1a1714 over standard pure black?
#1a1714 creates a more organic, grounded feel for your designs because it contains subtle warmth that pure black lacks. It reduces visual strain in user interfaces and acts as a sophisticated anchor that pairs beautifully with soft creams or warm, off-white text.
Is #1a1714 readable on white or black?
#1a1714 has a 17.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.17:1 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.