#8A8282 Hex Color
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This dusty, mid-tone grey reads as a flat, neutral foundation for minimal design systems. Because it lacks strong saturation, #8a8282 functions well as a supporting background rather than a focal point. Black text maintains a crisp 5.6:1 contrast ratio against this hue, making it a reliable choice for accessible body copy. Use this hex code when you need a muted, professional backdrop that avoids the harshness of pure white.
Questions about #8a8282
What is #8a8282 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a8282 is rgb(138, 130, 130), in HSL hsl(0, 3%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 6%, 46%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #8a8282 work well as a background for text?
#8a8282 functions as a highly reliable background for black text, providing a crisp 5.6:1 contrast ratio that meets common accessibility standards. It offers a professional, muted look that feels softer on the eyes than standard white backgrounds.
What design style suits the color #8a8282 best?
#8a8282 excels in minimal design systems where a flat, neutral foundation is required to let other elements shine. Because it lacks strong saturation, it works perfectly to ground a layout without distracting from your focal points.
Is #8a8282 readable on white or black?
#8a8282 has a 3.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.59:1 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.