#1B0404 Hex Color
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This near-black red is a somber, ashy shade that carries significant weight. Because #1b0404 is so dark, it functions best as a moody background or a subtle base rather than an accent. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to cut the intensity. The hex code for this bleak red provides excellent contrast for white typography, making it suitable for high-end, serious interfaces.
Questions about #1b0404
What is #1b0404 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1b0404 is rgb(27, 4, 4), in HSL hsl(0, 74%, 6%) and in CMYK 0%, 85%, 85%, 89%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How should I use #1b0404 in a UI design?
#1b0404 functions best as a moody, atmospheric background rather than an accent color. Because it is so dark, it provides excellent contrast for white or light-toned typography, creating a high-end, serious aesthetic suitable for luxury or minimal interface design.
What colors pair well with #1b0404?
Soft neutrals like cream or muted golds cut the intensity of #1b0404 and prevent the design from feeling too oppressive. Using these lighter, warmer tones allows the deep, ashy red to act as a solid, sophisticated base for your content.
Is #1b0404 readable on white or black?
#1b0404 has a 19.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.