#5C5854 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This dusty, muted grey carries a serious and grounded quality without feeling too stark. Because it sits at a mid-tone depth, #5c5854 functions best as a stable background color for minimal interfaces. It pairs effectively with off-white text to maintain high readability. Avoid using this hex code in small, cluttered spaces, as its low saturation can quickly look muddy when surrounded by complex shapes.
Questions about #5c5854
What is #5c5854 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5c5854 is rgb(92, 88, 84), in HSL hsl(30, 5%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 9%, 64%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Where should I use #5c5854 in a design project?
#5c5854 functions best as a stable background color for minimal interfaces where you want to avoid stark, high-contrast whites. Use it to ground your composition while maintaining readability, especially when paired with off-white or cream-toned text.
What colors pair well with #5c5854?
Is #5c5854 readable on white or black?
#5c5854 has a 7.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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.