#280E12 Hex Color
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This extremely dark, desaturated red functions as a near-black tone with heavy, dusty undertones. Because it carries so little brightness, #280e12 works best as a moody, atmospheric background rather than a primary accent. It offers exceptional contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for dark mode UI interfaces where you want a softer, more organic feel than pure black.
Questions about #280e12
What is #280e12 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #280e12 is rgb(40, 14, 18), in HSL hsl(351, 48%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 65%, 55%, 84%.
Where is #280e12 most effective in UI design?
Use #280e12 as a background for dark mode interfaces to provide a softer, more organic feel than high-contrast black. It balances a deep, moody aesthetic with excellent readability when paired with off-white or cream typography.
Does #280e12 function better as a primary or secondary color?
This shade functions best as an atmospheric background or a structural element rather than a primary accent. Because it lacks brightness, it absorbs attention quietly, making it perfect for layout foundations or full-screen wrappers without overwhelming the content.
Is #280e12 readable on white or black?
#280e12 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.