#96928D Hex Color
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This dusty, neutral grey carries an ashy tone that avoids looking flat. The hex code #96928d acts as a stable base for minimalist layouts or professional brand palettes. Because black text maintains a high contrast ratio of 6.8:1 against this shade, it is a safe and effective choice for body text or subtle UI backgrounds where you need high legibility.
Questions about #96928d
What is #96928d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96928d is rgb(150, 146, 141), in HSL hsl(33, 4%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 6%, 41%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #96928d in web design?
#96928d serves as an excellent neutral foundation because black text maintains high legibility against it. Use this shade for secondary UI elements, subtle backgrounds, or borders to create a soft, professional structure that does not overwhelm the content.
Does #96928d pair well with other neutrals?
This ashy grey works beautifully when layered with lighter, warmer greys or contrasted against deep charcoal for a sophisticated monochrome palette. Because it sits in a balanced neutral space, it also supports muted earth tones without clashing.
Is #96928d readable on white or black?
#96928d has a 3.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.79:1 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.