#9DA5A4 Hex Color
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This ashy, dusty grey serves as a stable, neutral foundation for professional interface design. Since it holds a mid-tone lightness, black text provides excellent clarity against it. Use the hex code #9da5a4 to ground minimal layouts without feeling stark. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal accents, which avoids the washed-out appearance common when placing lighter greys directly against pure white.
Questions about #9da5a4
What is #9da5a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9da5a4 is rgb(157, 165, 164), in HSL hsl(173, 4%, 63%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 1%, 35%.
Does #9da5a4 lean warm or cool in digital design?
#9da5a4 sits in a neutral space, though it can appear slightly cool when placed against warmer lighting or vibrant oranges. Because it lacks strong blue or yellow saturation, it remains a reliable, unobtrusive choice for backgrounds and wireframes.
What colors pair well with #9da5a4?
#9da5a4 functions best when paired with deeper, high-contrast accents like charcoal or slate to avoid a washed-out look. For a softer, natural palette, it also works seamlessly alongside earthy muted greens, which highlight its subtle, dusty undertones.
Is #9da5a4 readable on white or black?
#9da5a4 has a 2.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.35:1 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.