A complete guide to the color Matte Black

Matte Black is a deep, shadow-rich warm red tone (#1A1A1A) suited to furniture catalogs, interior styling, and lifestyle photography. Explore conversions, similar swatches, and palette combinations below.

Matte Black
#1A1A1A

What color is matte black?

Matte Black is defined by hex #1A1A1A, RGB (26, 26, 26), and HSL (0°, 0% saturation, 10% lightness). Designers use these values to match fabrics, finishes, and digital renders across studio shoots and e-commerce assets.

Similar colors

Harmonious pairings

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Juniper

#5B7C7D

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Agave

#627E7A

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Winter

#E5EBEA

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Anthracite

#293133

Clashing hues

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Aquarius

#5D9B9B

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Teal

#008080

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Dark Cyan

#008B8B

Matte Black

#1A1A1A

Cyan

#00FFFF

Color variations

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Color conversions

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iOS - SwiftUI
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Android - Compose

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about hex codes, pairings, and catalog use.

What is the hex code for Matte Black?
The hex code for Matte Black is #1A1A1A.
What are the RGB values for Matte Black?
Matte Black in RGB is 26, 26, 26.
What colors go well with Matte Black?
Harmonious pairings for Matte Black include Juniper, Agave, Winter, Anthracite. Use these accents for upholstery, decor, and catalog styling.
How is Matte Black used in furniture and product photography?
Matte Black works well for backgrounds, accent props, and brand-consistent catalog shots. Match swatches to real materials and use similar colors for cohesive lifestyle scenes.