#88928C Hex Color
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Sandstone Grey Green is a muted, desaturated tone that leans heavily into its dusty, earth-bound character. Because of its excellent contrast ratio, this shade works well as a grounding background color for dark text. The hex code for this color is #88928c. Pair it with soft terracottas or muted oranges to highlight its organic, stability-focused nature without letting it wash out against high-contrast white.
Questions about Sandstone Grey Green
What is the hex code for Sandstone Grey Green?
Sandstone Grey Green is #88928c. In RGB that is rgb(136, 146, 140), in HSL hsl(144, 4%, 55%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 4%, 43%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #88928c work well for UI backgrounds?
Yes, #88928c is an excellent background choice because its desaturated nature creates a high contrast ratio against dark text, ensuring good readability. It offers a grounded, organic feel that prevents interface fatigue during extended use.
Which colors pair naturally with #88928c?
This shade pairs beautifully with terracotta or muted orange tones, which highlight its organic, stability-focused nature without clashing. You can also ground it with charcoal for a more professional, sophisticated look that remains soft on the eyes.
Is Sandstone Grey Green readable on white or black?
Sandstone Grey Green has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.53:1 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.