#5C6C70 Hex Color
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Bleak and muted, #5c6c70 is a dusty, ashy cyan that leans heavily into grey. Its desaturated, matte finish provides a grounding effect perfect for UI backgrounds or secondary supporting elements in tech design. Because this hex code has a 5.5:1 contrast ratio against white text, it maintains readability even in smaller type sizes. Pair it with soft cream or warm terracottas to balance its cool, inky character.
Questions about #5c6c70
What is #5c6c70 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5c6c70 is rgb(92, 108, 112), in HSL hsl(192, 10%, 40%) and in CMYK 18%, 4%, 0%, 56%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #5c6c70 for a balanced design?
#5c6c70 works best when balanced against warm, organic tones that counteract its cool, ashy nature. Try pairing it with a soft cream for a neutral background or a muted terracotta to add a layer of warmth and contrast.
Is #5c6c70 readable on white or black?
#5c6c70 has a 5.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.83:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.