#665252 Hex Color
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A muted, ashy shade of red, #665252 leans heavily into brown territory with a dusty, matte finish. This hex code provides a sophisticated alternative to pure black for dark UI backgrounds, offering depth without the harshness. Because it remains highly readable with white text, it works well for serious, moody branding or as a grounding neutral in a larger color palette.
Questions about #665252
What is #665252 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #665252 is rgb(102, 82, 82), in HSL hsl(0, 11%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 20%, 60%.
How does #665252 perform as a dark UI background?
#665252 serves as an excellent, readable alternative to pure black for interface design. It provides a softer, less aggressive contrast against white text, making it ideal for professional, moody branding that requires a grounded, neutral aesthetic without appearing harsh or clinical.
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Is #665252 readable on white or black?
#665252 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.