#37474F Hex Color
A grounded and serious muted blue
This muted, inky blue carries a serious and grounded tone. Because it is much softer than pure black, #37474f functions perfectly as a dark mode background for professional interfaces. White text maintains excellent contrast against this shade, ensuring high readability for users. The hex code #37474f offers a refined, matte quality for designs that require subtle authority without the harshness of a true black.
Questions about #37474f
What is #37474f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #37474f is rgb(55, 71, 79), in HSL hsl(200, 18%, 26%) and in CMYK 30%, 10%, 0%, 69%.
Why is #37474f better than pure black for user interfaces?
#37474f reduces eye strain by providing a softer, more natural contrast against white text compared to harsh, absolute black. It maintains a professional, matte aesthetic that feels grounded while ensuring text remains highly legible for long-term reading.
What colors pair well with #37474f?
Is #37474f readable on white or black?
#37474f has a 9.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.17:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.