#A9918A Hex Color
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This dusty, muted red has strong grey undertones that soften its natural intensity. Because it reads as a neutral terracotta, #a9918a works best as a sophisticated background color rather than an accent. Pair it with deep charcoal or matte black to maintain legibility. The hex code #a9918a provides excellent contrast for dark text, making it a reliable choice for readable UI layouts.
Questions about #a9918a
What is #a9918a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a9918a is rgb(169, 145, 138), in HSL hsl(14, 15%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 18%, 34%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Why does #a9918a work well as a background color?
#a9918a functions as a neutral terracotta because its grey undertones reduce the inherent intensity of the red. This muted quality prevents visual fatigue, allowing it to serve as a stable canvas for high-contrast charcoal or matte black typography.
What color schemes pair best with #a9918a?
Is #a9918a readable on white or black?
#a9918a has a 2.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.10:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.