#280C10 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #280c10 is a near-black red with subtle brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while restrained saturation keeps it grounded rather than vivid. Use this hex code as a dramatic background or small accent with warm neutrals. White text reads clearly against it, making it practical for dark interfaces and urgent visual themes.
Questions about #280c10
What is #280c10 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #280c10 is rgb(40, 12, 16), in HSL hsl(351, 54%, 10%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 60%, 84%.
What colors pair well with #280c10?
#280c10 pairs well with white and light warm neutrals because its near-black red base creates strong contrast; muted beige, cream, and soft taupe can soften its serious mood without competing with it.
Is #280c10 readable on white or black?
#280c10 has a 18.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.15:1 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.