#6C9494 Hex Color
A grounded, dusty cyan with calm energy
This dusty, muted cyan offers a matte finish that reads as subtle and grounded. Because it is highly unsaturated, #6c9494 works best as a supporting background color rather than a primary focus. Pair it with deep charcoal or crisp black text for readability, as the color provides a 6.3:1 contrast ratio. It is an excellent choice for tech interfaces that require a calm, understated aesthetic.
Questions about #6c9494
What is #6c9494 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c9494 is rgb(108, 148, 148), in HSL hsl(180, 16%, 50%) and in CMYK 27%, 0%, 0%, 42%.
Is #6c9494 suitable for use as text on a website?
#6c9494 is generally too light to serve as primary text against a standard white background, as it lacks the high contrast required for accessible reading. It is much more effective as a background or UI element when paired with charcoal or deep black text.
What colors pair best with #6c9494 to create a balanced palette?
Because #6c9494 is a muted, desaturated tone, it pairs harmoniously with earthy neutrals like taupe or warm gray to maintain a grounded aesthetic. For higher contrast, use it alongside deep, saturated colors to make the subtle blue-green undertones pop effectively.
Is #6c9494 readable on white or black?
#6c9494 has a 3.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.30:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.