Asphalt

#120809

General Information

The hex color #120809, often referred to as 'Asphalt' due to its resemblance to the dark, slightly muted shade of pavement, is a very dark and desaturated color. In the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) color model, it comprises 7.1% red, 3.1% green, and 3.5% blue. This combination results in a color that is perceived as almost black, with subtle undertones of red and blue that give it a unique character. Due to its low saturation and brightness, #120809 is typically used in designs where a dark, understated, and somewhat industrial aesthetic is desired. It's essential to consider contrast when using this color in web design or other visual applications to ensure readability and accessibility.

The color #120809, a very dark and desaturated shade, presents significant accessibility challenges. Its low luminance value means it offers very little contrast against most background colors, especially white. This lack of contrast makes it difficult for users with visual impairments, including those with low vision or color blindness, to distinguish text or elements rendered in this color. To improve accessibility, it's crucial to pair #120809 with much lighter colors for text or interactive elements. The contrast ratio should ideally meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards, aiming for a minimum of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using contrast checking tools is highly recommended to ensure sufficient contrast. Additionally, avoid using #120809 as the sole indicator of interactive elements; provide supplementary cues like underlines or icons to ensure usability for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
18 8 9
RGB18 8 9
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
354deg 38.46% 5.1%
35438.465.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
354deg 3.14% 92.94%
3543.1492.94HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#120809
rgb18 8 9
hsl354deg 38.46% 5.1%
cmyk0% 55.56% 50% 92.94%
hwb354deg 3.14% 92.94%
xyz-d650 0 0
oklch0.1499 0.0184 12.34
oklab0.1499 0.02 0
CMYK
0% 55.56% 50% 92.94%
055.565092.94CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0 0 0
000XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.1499 0.0184 12.34
0.14990.018412.34LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.1499 0.02 0
0.14990.020LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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