#96A9A6 Hex Color
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#96a9a6 is a muted, dusty teal with a heavy grey base. This desaturated tone functions as a calming neutral background for wellness branding and tech interfaces. Because it offers high 8.5:1 contrast with black text, it ensures excellent readability for body copy. Pair it with deep charcoal or soft off-white to keep designs balanced. The hex code for this shade is #96a9a6.
Questions about #96a9a6
What is #96a9a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96a9a6 is rgb(150, 169, 166), in HSL hsl(171, 10%, 63%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 2%, 34%.
What color palettes work best with #96a9a6?
Use #96a9a6 as a soft base alongside high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep navy to establish structure. It also balances beautifully with warm, earthy accents like terracotta or soft creams, creating a sophisticated and professional design environment.
Is #96a9a6 suitable for text on websites?
Yes, #96a9a6 provides high contrast when paired with black or dark grey text, often meeting accessibility standards for readability. Because of its muted, grey-heavy base, it avoids the harsh vibration of pure teal while maintaining a clear, readable appearance on light screens.
Is #96a9a6 readable on white or black?
#96a9a6 has a 2.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.52:1 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.