#414142 Hex Color
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Dark and nearly colorless, #414142 is a muted grey with a slightly cool, ashy cast. Its low lightness creates a serious, restrained mood suited to interfaces, typography, architecture, and moody backgrounds. Use the hex code as a dominant base with warmer accents, though large flat areas can feel heavy without lighter contrast.
Questions about #414142
What is #414142 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #414142 is rgb(65, 65, 66), in HSL hsl(240, 1%, 26%) and in CMYK 2%, 2%, 0%, 74%.
What colors pair well with #414142?
#414142 pairs well with warm off-whites, muted terracotta, and soft sage because lighter, earthier tones prevent its cool ashy cast from feeling flat. Use them as accents or surfaces for restrained contrast.
Is #414142 readable on white or black?
#414142 has a 10.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.05:1 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.