#474A4C Hex Color
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This dark, ashy grey brings a sense of professional stability to any design. Because it lacks warmth or brightness, designers often choose this shade for minimal interfaces and moody backgrounds where contrast is necessary. The hex code for this neutral, sophisticated tone is #474a4c, which fits perfectly into projects demanding restraint and serious depth.
Questions about #474a4c
What is #474a4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #474a4c is rgb(71, 74, 76), in HSL hsl(204, 3%, 29%) and in CMYK 7%, 3%, 0%, 70%.
When should I use this dark grey shade in design?
This color excels in minimal interfaces and moody backgrounds where you need high contrast without harsh black tones. It provides a grounded, stable backdrop for UI elements or text that requires a softer, more sophisticated reading experience.
Is this color considered a warm or cool neutral?
It acts as a cool-leaning neutral because it lacks warm undertones like red or yellow. Its desaturated, ashy quality makes it appear clinical and steady, which helps maintain visual distance and focus in professional layouts.
Is #474a4c readable on white or black?
#474a4c 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.