#474843 Hex Color
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A dark, dusty grey with muted olive undertones, #474843 offers a grounding, professional presence. It works best as a supporting neutral in UI designs where pure black feels too harsh. Because it provides high contrast against white text, it maintains excellent readability for body copy. The hex code for this serious, sophisticated tone is #474843, a reliable choice for establishing architectural depth and balance.
Questions about #474843
What is #474843 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #474843 is rgb(71, 72, 67), in HSL hsl(72, 4%, 27%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 7%, 72%.
Where should I use #474843 in a color palette?
#474843 works best as a grounding neutral for UI backgrounds or text that requires high readability without the harshness of pure black. Use it alongside soft creams or muted pastels to highlight its subtle olive undertones without creating visual fatigue.
Is #474843 considered a warm or cool color?
#474843 leans slightly warm due to its muted olive undertones, which prevent it from feeling like a cold, industrial steel grey. This natural warmth makes it a versatile, sophisticated choice for designs that need to feel grounded and architectural rather than sterile.
Is #474843 readable on white or black?
#474843 has a 9.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.27:1 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.