#959696 Hex Color
A stable, sophisticated and ashy neutral
This ashy, neutral grey functions as a steady base for professional interfaces and minimal design systems. Because #959696 is a mid-tone grey with low chroma, it provides excellent contrast for black text, meeting accessibility standards for readable body copy. It feels flatter than pure white, offering a restrained background that avoids the starkness of lighter tones while maintaining a sophisticated, stable aesthetic.
Questions about #959696
What is #959696 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #959696 is rgb(149, 150, 150), in HSL hsl(180, 0%, 59%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 0%, 41%.
Is #959696 a warm or cool neutral?
#959696 is a strictly balanced neutral grey that lacks strong warm or cool undertones, making it highly versatile for UI design. Because it sits in the middle of the spectrum, it functions as an anchor without clashing against warmer woods or cooler blues.
Is #959696 readable on white or black?
#959696 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.08:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.