#261D14 Hex Color
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#261d14 is an ultra-dark brown with heavy desaturated tones. This shade serves as a softer alternative to black, adding warmth to moody branding or editorial layouts. Because it provides a 16.6:1 contrast ratio against white, small text remains perfectly legible. As a hex code, #261d14 works best as a primary background color or a dense anchor for bright metallic accents.
Questions about #261d14
What is #261d14 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #261d14 is rgb(38, 29, 20), in HSL hsl(30, 31%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 47%, 85%.
When should I use #261d14 instead of pure black?
Use #261d14 when you need to reduce visual harshness while maintaining high contrast. Its warm, organic undertones prevent the starkness of pure black, making it ideal for text-heavy editorial layouts or branding that requires a softer, more sophisticated atmosphere.
What colors pair well with #261d14?
Is #261d14 readable on white or black?
#261d14 has a 16.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.26:1 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.