#525858 Hex Color
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The hex color #525858 is a dark, muted neutral with a slight green undertone. Its low saturation creates a serious, gloomy mood without adding visual noise, making it useful for interfaces, typography, and architectural palettes. Use the hex code #525858 as a dominant interface background. White text reaches about a 7.3:1 contrast ratio here, supporting clear small-body readability.
Questions about #525858
What is #525858 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #525858 is rgb(82, 88, 88), in HSL hsl(180, 4%, 33%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 0%, 65%.
What colors pair well with #525858?
#525858 pairs well with soft white, pale blue, muted sage, and warm wood tones, creating balanced palettes that preserve its restrained character while adding light, natural contrast for interfaces and architectural layouts.
Does #525858 look warm or cool?
#525858 reads as a cool neutral because its green and blue channels sit slightly above its red channel, while its low saturation keeps the effect subdued rather than distinctly green or strongly colored.
Is #525858 readable on white or black?
#525858 has a 7.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.89:1 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.