#747674 Hex Color
A steady, balanced grey for professional design
This dusty, mid-tone grey serves as a steady anchor in minimal interface design. Because it sits at a balanced brightness, black text remains highly legible against it. #747674 works best as a supporting background or for typography rather than a primary brand color. It pairs effectively with muted pastels, providing a restrained, professional foundation that avoids the starkness of pure white.
Questions about #747674
What is #747674 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #747674 is rgb(116, 118, 116), in HSL hsl(120, 1%, 46%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 2%, 54%.
How does #747674 perform as a UI background color?
#747674 is an excellent choice for subtle interface sections because its balanced mid-tone brightness ensures black or dark text remains highly readable. It avoids the harshness of pure white while providing a professional, restrained foundation that lets other content stand out.
Which color palettes work best with #747674?
This grey pairs effectively with muted pastels, creating a sophisticated and calming aesthetic without becoming overwhelming. You can achieve high-contrast, professional results by pairing it with navy for a modern look or soft, earthy tones for a organic, approachable feel.
Is #747674 readable on white or black?
#747674 has a 4.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.58:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.