Asphalt
General Information about #16040F
#16040F, also known as Asphalt, is a very dark, almost black, shade. It has a subdued and muted appearance, lacking strong saturation or vibrancy. In the RGB color model, it consists of 8.63% red, 1.57% green, and 5.88% blue. In the CMYK color model, it is composed of 0% cyan, 81.7% magenta, 32% yellow, and 91.37% black. The hexadecimal color code #16040F represents this specific combination of red, green, and blue values. Due to its darkness, this color typically conveys a sense of sophistication, mystery, or elegance. It's often used as a background or accent color to provide contrast and depth to designs. Because of its low luminance, it is important to consider accessibility when using this color.
The color #16040F, a very dark shade close to black, presents significant accessibility challenges. Its extremely low luminance makes it difficult to distinguish from true black, posing readability issues when used for text or interface elements. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between foreground and background colors is crucial for users with visual impairments. To ensure accessibility, pairing #16040F with light or vibrant colors as backgrounds is essential to meet contrast ratios. When considering text elements using #16040F it is best practice to opt for very light, even white text, to achieve acceptable contrast. This dark color would fail most automated accessibility checkers, requiring manual adjustments to ensure compliance. Utilizing tools like contrast checkers during design and development processes can help to properly evaluate and improve the accessibility of #16040F in digital interfaces.
Shades
Digital Color Formats
Alternative colors
- #282828
A slightly lighter shade of grey that still provides a dark, muted feel but offers improved contrast against white text.
- #332200
A dark brown that maintains a similar earthy tone while being a bit more visible and distinct from black.
- #444444
A muted dark grey to offer a more accessible alternative
Applications
Web Design Accents
In web design, #16040F can be used sparingly for background elements or subtle accents where a nearly black tone is desired. For example, it can serve as a dark overlay on images or as a background for website footers. However, due to its low contrast, it should not be used for primary text or interactive elements without careful consideration of accessibility guidelines. It might be appropriate for artistic website designs to evoke a modern or industrial look. Using it on a fashion e-commerce site as a hover color would bring elegance. Always consider visual impairment when choosing this color.
Interior Design Accents
In interior design, #16040F can be incorporated as an accent color in furniture or wall decor to provide a grounding and sophisticated touch. It is best used in combination with lighter and brighter colors to prevent the space from feeling too dark or heavy. Using it as the primary color for a wall might make the room feel closed off and smaller than its actual size, so lighter colors are prefered. As subtle accent such as decor it can be powerful, but in small dosages. For example, consider it for a lampshade or rug.
Fashion garments
In fashion, #16040F can be used as a base color for garments. It is a nice color for winter garments such as woolen clothes or winter coats. This color can be beautifully combined with accessories in gold or silver. Leather and denim can also be combined well with this color. Shoes and bags can use this color to show the elegance and mysterious feeling this color can radiate. When you are looking for an exclusive and expensive feeling, this color can enhance this.