#282519 Hex Color
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#282519 is an extremely dark, desaturated olive-yellow that reads almost as black. This moody, matte shade offers a sophisticated alternative to pure black for UI backgrounds or deep footer sections. It creates high contrast with white text, providing excellent readability. Because of its muddy undertone, use this hex code sparingly as a supporting accent rather than a dominant base to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Questions about #282519
What is #282519 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #282519 is rgb(40, 37, 25), in HSL hsl(48, 23%, 13%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 38%, 84%.
How does #282519 function in UI design compared to pure black?
#282519 acts as a softer, more organic foundation that reduces the harsh visual strain often associated with pure black. It provides high contrast against white text while adding subtle, earthy depth to deep footer sections or minimalist dark mode layouts.
What colors pair best with #282519?
Is #282519 readable on white or black?
#282519 has a 15.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.36:1 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.