#1F1314 Hex Color
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This nearly black red carries a heavy, muted quality that reads as extremely dark and serious. Because it is so dim, #1f1314 works best as a moody background color for high-contrast UI elements. White text pops against it with excellent readability, making it a reliable choice for dark mode designs where you need more depth than standard black. The hex code for this shade is #1f1314.
Questions about #1f1314
What is #1f1314 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1f1314 is rgb(31, 19, 20), in HSL hsl(355, 24%, 10%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 35%, 88%.
Is #1f1314 a suitable alternative to pure black for web design?
#1f1314 is excellent for interfaces because its subtle red undertones soften the visual strain compared to standard pitch black. Using this shade adds necessary depth to dark-themed UI components while maintaining professional readability for white text overlays.
What colors pair well with the deep tone of #1f1314?
This shade works best when paired with soft neutrals or off-white tones to maintain contrast without harshness. It also provides a grounded, moody base when accented by muted sage or soft terracotta elements to draw out its intrinsic red warmth.
Is #1f1314 readable on white or black?
#1f1314 has a 18.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.16:1 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.