#A2A3A2 Hex Color
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A balanced, mid-tone grey with a flat, matte appearance, #a2a3a2 functions well as a stable background color. Because it is highly readable against black text, it works best in UI design or interface elements that require restrained, professional hierarchy. Pair this neutral shade with muted forest greens or deep plums to avoid a washed-out look. The hex code for this ashy grey is #a2a3a2.
Questions about #a2a3a2
What is #a2a3a2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a2a3a2 is rgb(162, 163, 162), in HSL hsl(120, 1%, 64%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 1%, 36%.
Does #a2a3a2 read as a warm or cool grey?
This shade sits in a neutral, balanced space that avoids leaning too warm or too cool, making it exceptionally versatile. Because it lacks strong undertones, it acts as a reliable anchor that lets bolder surrounding colors stand out without conflict.
What color combinations work best with #a2a3a2?
To avoid a flat appearance, pair #a2a3a2 with high-contrast accents like a deep plum or a rich forest green. These pairings create visual interest and professional depth, preventing the interface from feeling washed out or overly sterile.
Is #a2a3a2 readable on white or black?
#a2a3a2 has a 2.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.29:1 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.