#71706E Hex Color
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Dugong is a mid-tone grey with dusty, muted undertones that provide a stable, neutral base for minimal design. Because it sits at a balanced lightness level, it offers enough contrast for legible small body text against a white background. The hex code for this professional, understated shade is #71706e. It functions best as a grounding anchor for interfaces rather than a bright accent.
Questions about Dugong
What is the hex code for Dugong?
Dugong is #71706e. In RGB that is rgb(113, 112, 110), in HSL hsl(40, 1%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 3%, 56%.
How should I use #71706e in a UI design?
Use #71706e primarily as a grounding anchor for text or structural elements where you need readability without harsh contrast. It serves as an excellent, softer alternative to pure black or dark charcoal, keeping the interface calm and highly legible.
Does #71706e read as a warm or cool grey?
Dugong acts as a neutral mid-tone, but its dusty composition gives it a slightly earthy quality that feels warmer than a sterile, blue-toned slate grey. This makes it versatile for both professional corporate branding and organic, wellness-focused digital design.
Is Dugong readable on white or black?
Dugong has a 4.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.24:1 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.