#301311 Hex Color
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This extremely dark, desaturated red carries a moody and serious weight. Because #301311 sits so close to black, it works best as a base or dark mode background rather than a primary accent. It offers excellent contrast for white text, though it can feel muddy if paired with other dark, warm tones. The hex code for this near-black shade is #301311.
Questions about #301311
What is #301311 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #301311 is rgb(48, 19, 17), in HSL hsl(4, 48%, 13%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 65%, 81%.
How can I use #301311 effectively in web design?
#301311 works best as a sophisticated background for dark mode interfaces rather than a primary accent color. Because it is so dark, use it to frame high-contrast white or soft cream typography to maintain readability without the harshness of pure black.
Does #301311 pair well with other colors?
This shade anchors palettes well when paired with muted, cool tones like slate blue or sage green to balance its deep red warmth. Avoid pairing it with other dark, warm earth tones, which can cause the design to feel muddy or washed out.
Is #301311 readable on white or black?
#301311 has a 17.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 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.