#1C0C04 Hex Color
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This extremely dark, somber brown hovers just above pure black. Because of its intense depth, #1c0c04 creates a serious, grounded atmosphere that works best as a moody background or a high-contrast accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm, muted metallics or cream, adding weight without the harshness of a true black. For optimal readability, stick to high-contrast white text against this dark hex code.
Questions about #1c0c04
What is #1c0c04 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c0c04 is rgb(28, 12, 4), in HSL hsl(20, 75%, 6%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 86%, 89%.
How should I use #1c0c04 in a design layout?
#1c0c04 works best as a sophisticated, moody background or a primary text color where standard black feels too harsh. Its intense depth pairs beautifully with warm, muted metallics or creamy off-whites to create a grounded, high-end visual aesthetic.
Is #1c0c04 a warm or cool shade?
#1c0c04 reads as a warm, organic dark brown rather than a cool or neutral black. This warmth prevents it from feeling clinical and helps it integrate more naturally into cozy or rustic color schemes compared to pure black.
Is #1c0c04 readable on white or black?
#1c0c04 has a 19.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.10:1 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.