#828F8B Hex Color
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#828f8b is a muted teal with ashy gray undertones and medium depth. Its restrained saturation gives interfaces a composed, clear feel, making it useful for wellness, healthcare, hospitality, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting tone with charcoal or warm cream; black text reaches about 6.3:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text. The hex code is #828f8b.
Questions about #828f8b
What is #828f8b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #828f8b is rgb(130, 143, 139), in HSL hsl(162, 5%, 54%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 3%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #828f8b?
#828f8b pairs well with charcoal for readable contrast and warm cream for a softer, more welcoming palette. Muted burgundy or terracotta can add controlled warmth without overwhelming its dusty teal character.
Is #828f8b readable on white or black?
#828f8b has a 3.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.25:1 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.