#211919 Hex Color
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This near-black shade carries muted, dusty red undertones that feel grounded and somber. Because #211919 is so desaturated, it serves as an excellent, subtle alternative to harsh pure black for UI backgrounds. Use it to build moody, sophisticated layouts where you need depth without the starkness of ink black. White text creates a high-contrast, readable pairing against this hex code.
Questions about #211919
What is #211919 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #211919 is rgb(33, 25, 25), in HSL hsl(0, 14%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 24%, 87%.
How does #211919 compare to pure black in UI design?
#211919 acts as a softer, less jarring alternative to harsh ink black by introducing subtle red undertones that feel more organic on screen. It provides the necessary depth for interface elements without the visual strain caused by absolute black backgrounds.
Which color palettes work best with #211919?
#211919 pairs beautifully with crisp white text for high readability or soft, muted tones like sage or dusty rose for a balanced aesthetic. Avoid high-saturation primary colors which can look garish against the somber, grounded nature of this dark hue.
Is #211919 readable on white or black?
#211919 has a 17.24:1 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.