#6A7075 Hex Color
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This ashy blue sits firmly in the neutral zone, functioning as a stable, desaturated bridge between gray and slate. Because it carries a heavy, dusty weight, #6a7075 works best as a supporting background rather than a focal point. Pair it with crisp white text, which remains highly readable against this shade. The hex code for this reliable, muted tone is #6a7075.
Questions about #6a7075
What is #6a7075 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a7075 is rgb(106, 112, 117), in HSL hsl(207, 5%, 44%) and in CMYK 9%, 4%, 0%, 54%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What design applications suit #6a7075 best?
#6a7075 excels as a neutral, muted background that allows bolder elements to stand out without competing for visual attention. It provides a sophisticated, professional foundation for interfaces needing a calm, unobtrusive, and grounded aesthetic that avoids feeling stark.
Does #6a7075 read as warm or cool?
This color sits on the cooler side of the spectrum due to its distinct blue undertones, yet it remains firmly in the neutral zone. Its dusty, desaturated quality prevents it from feeling overtly icy, creating a bridge between traditional gray and slate.
Is #6a7075 readable on white or black?
#6a7075 has a 5.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.18:1 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.