#636C6C Hex Color
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#636c6c is a muted cyan-gray with ashy, dusty undertones and medium-dark lightness. Its low saturation feels steady and thoughtful, with a refreshing edge rather than bright energy. The hex code suits technology, communication, and productivity interfaces as a supporting tone beside warm ivory or muted coral. White text reaches about 5.4:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #636c6c
What is #636c6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #636c6c is rgb(99, 108, 108), in HSL hsl(180, 4%, 41%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair well with #636c6c?
#636c6c pairs well with warm ivory, muted coral, and navy because its dusty cyan-gray base gains warmth or depth without losing its restrained character in interfaces and brand palettes. Use coral sparingly for emphasis or calls to action.
Does #636c6c read warm or cool?
#636c6c reads as a cool, subdued cyan-gray because its blue-green hue is heavily softened by gray and moderate darkness, giving the color a grounded appearance that feels more restrained than clear cyan in digital products and brand systems. Its low chroma can look muddy in large solid areas.
Is #636c6c readable on white or black?
#636c6c has a 5.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.89:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.