#505152 Hex Color
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#505152 is a dark, low-saturation grey with a faint cool cast and a dusty, ashy finish. Its restrained lightness creates a serious, stable mood for interfaces, architecture, typography, and moody layouts. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 8.0:1 contrast. The hex code for this neutral grey is #505152.
Questions about #505152
What is #505152 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #505152 is rgb(80, 81, 82), in HSL hsl(210, 1%, 32%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 68%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #505152 read as warm or cool?
#505152 reads as a cool neutral because its dark gray base carries a faint blue cast rather than brown or yellow warmth. The dusty, low-saturation finish keeps that coolness subtle, making it feel restrained instead of icy.
What colors pair well with #505152?
#505152 pairs well with white, soft blue, muted sage, and warm off-white, which either sharpen its cool neutrality or add gentle contrast. Lighter tones work well for text and accents, while warmer neutrals soften its serious mood.
Is #505152 readable on white or black?
#505152 has a 7.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.63:1 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.