#1E1A19 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This dark, ashy tone offers a grounded feel for professional design work. Because #1e1a19 is almost black, it creates a moody, sophisticated backdrop for typography and minimal interfaces. Designers often choose this hex code to establish stability or to soften contrast when pure black feels too harsh. Its neutral nature provides a reliable base for architectural or product-focused layouts.
Questions about #1e1a19
What is #1e1a19 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1a19 is rgb(30, 26, 25), in HSL hsl(12, 9%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 17%, 88%.
Is #1e1a19 readable on white or black?
#1e1a19 has a 17.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.21:1 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.