#260908 Hex Color
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This nearly black, dusty red is exceptionally dark and moody. Because #260908 is so low in lightness, it works best as a dominant base for high-contrast dark mode interfaces or as a grounding accent against soft cream tones. White text pops easily against this shade, providing excellent readability. The hex code for this serious, intense color is #260908.
Questions about #260908
What is #260908 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #260908 is rgb(38, 9, 8), in HSL hsl(2, 65%, 9%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 79%, 85%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Does #260908 work well for text-heavy interfaces?
#260908 is an excellent choice for background surfaces in dark mode, but avoid using it for body text because it lacks sufficient contrast against standard dark gray backgrounds. Use it to anchor white or light-toned typography for maximum readability.
What colors pair best with #260908?
Is #260908 readable on white or black?
#260908 has a 18.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.12:1 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.