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Rich Black

#1C110D

Rich Black is a warm dark color with the hex code #1C110D. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 28, 17, 13 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 39%, 54%, 89% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Rich Black Color Values

HEX
#1C110D
RGB
28, 17, 13
HSL
16°, 37%, 8%
CMYK
0, 39, 54, 89

About this color

Rich Black sits at 16° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 37% saturation and 8% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Rich Black work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Rich Black in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 39%, 54%, 89% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Rich Black

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1C110D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 28, 17, 13;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1C110D',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 39%
Y: 54%
K: 89%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(28, 17, 13)
rgba(28, 17, 13, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1C110D?
#1C110D is Rich Black, a warm dark color with RGB values of 28, 17, 13. It has a hue of 16°, 37% saturation, and 8% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #1C110D?
The RGB color code for #1C110D is rgb(28, 17, 13). This means it contains 28 red, 17 green, and 13 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Rich Black a warm or cool color?
Rich Black (#1C110D) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #1C110D in CSS?
You can use #1C110D in CSS with: background-color: #1C110D; or color: #1C110D; or as an RGB value: rgb(28, 17, 13). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 39%, 54%, 89%.