#717275 Hex Color
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This mid-tone, neutral grey acts as a practical workhorse for interface design. It provides a stable base for bold typography, as white text achieves a 4.8:1 contrast ratio against it, meeting WCAG AA standards. Unlike greys that can appear muddy, the hex code #717275 maintains a clean, professional appearance. Use it as a dominant background to allow your accent colors to stand out.
Questions about #717275
What is #717275 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #717275 is rgb(113, 114, 117), in HSL hsl(225, 2%, 45%) and in CMYK 3%, 3%, 0%, 54%.
How does #717275 compare to other neutral greys?
Unlike many greys that can lean too warm or pick up muddy undertones, #717275 remains strictly neutral. This makes it a dependable choice when you need a stable, professional backdrop that allows your primary brand accent colors to really pop without interference.
Is #717275 readable on white or black?
#717275 has a 4.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.36:1 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.