#909297 Hex Color
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This muted, mid-tone grey reads as a flat and practical neutral. With its dusty, ashy character, #909297 works best as a supporting background element rather than a focal point. Because black text maintains a high 6.7:1 contrast ratio against it, the hex code is a reliable choice for readable UI text and interface components that require a restrained, professional aesthetic.
Questions about #909297
What is #909297 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #909297 is rgb(144, 146, 151), in HSL hsl(223, 3%, 58%) and in CMYK 5%, 3%, 0%, 41%.
What makes #909297 suitable for interface design?
The color #909297 works effectively in UI design because it maintains a high 6.7:1 contrast ratio against black text, ensuring excellent readability while offering a softer, more professional alternative to pure, harsh black or stark white backgrounds.
Does #909297 feel warm or cool?
This shade of #909297 reads as a neutral with slight dusty undertones that lean neither distinctly warm nor cool. It acts as a stable anchor, allowing you to pair it with slate or soft pastels without clashing or creating visual fatigue.
Is #909297 readable on white or black?
#909297 has a 3.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.74:1 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.