#626262 Hex Color
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#626262 is a mid-tone, neutral grey with a flat, matte quality. Its balanced saturation makes it an excellent supporting player for modern UI design, providing structure without distraction. Because it offers a 6.1:1 contrast ratio against white text, it works well for readable body copy or subtle background sections. The hex code for this stable, professional shade is #626262.
Questions about #626262
What is #626262 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #626262 is rgb(98, 98, 98), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 62%.
What kind of atmosphere does #626262 create in design?
#626262 evokes a sense of stability and professional neutrality, functioning as a quiet, unobtrusive base. It avoids the harshness of pure black while maintaining enough depth to anchor lighter elements or accent colors like navy or steel blue.
Is #626262 readable on white or black?
#626262 has a 6.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.44:1 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.