#1E1E1E Hex Color
Professional near-black with a soft finish
This near-black grey provides a professional, grounded base for minimalist interfaces. Because it offers a softer alternative to absolute black, #1e1e1e is less straining on the eyes for dark mode backgrounds. White text reaches a 16.7:1 contrast ratio against this hex code, ensuring excellent readability. It works best as a primary canvas rather than an accent, allowing brighter, saturated colors to stand out without harsh visual vibrations.
Questions about #1e1e1e
What is #1e1e1e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1e1e is rgb(30, 30, 30), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 12%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 88%.
Is #1e1e1e better than pure black for dark mode?
Yes, using #1e1e1e is significantly easier on the eyes than pure black for screen-based interfaces. It reduces harsh contrast and digital eye strain, making long-form reading more comfortable while still providing a deep, grounding canvas for UI elements.
What colors pair well with #1e1e1e?
Because #1e1e1e acts as a neutral, nearly colorless dark base, it pairs beautifully with bright, saturated accents or clean, high-contrast typography. It supports vibrant colors like electric blue or citrus yellow without causing the visual vibration that pure black often creates.
Is #1e1e1e readable on white or black?
#1e1e1e has a 16.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.25:1 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.