#464A4F Hex Color
A balanced and moody dark charcoal neutral
This dark charcoal offers a stable, moody foundation for professional UI design. It avoids the harshness of pure black while providing excellent readability for white text, which achieves a strong 8.9:1 contrast ratio. Designers frequently use this shade as a balanced base for dark mode interfaces. The hex code for this neutral grey is #464a4f.
Questions about #464a4f
What is #464a4f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #464a4f is rgb(70, 74, 79), in HSL hsl(213, 6%, 29%) and in CMYK 11%, 6%, 0%, 69%.
Is #464a4f suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #464a4f is an excellent choice for body text because it provides a strong 8.9:1 contrast ratio against a pure white background. This makes it significantly more readable and less straining on the eyes than a standard, harsher black text.
Which color palettes complement #464a4f effectively?
#464a4f works best when paired with desaturated, cool-toned neutrals or soft, muted accent colors. It creates a sophisticated, professional aesthetic when balanced alongside a soft slate blue or a subtle warm beige to add depth without overwhelming the design.
Is #464a4f readable on white or black?
#464a4f has a 8.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.35:1 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.