#A3B6B7 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #a3b6b7 sits between dusty cyan and cool grey. This shade functions best as a background for professional UI projects, as black text remains highly readable against its surface. The hex code for this color is #a3b6b7. It lacks the intensity of brighter teals, making it a reliable choice for technical interfaces where clarity is essential.
Questions about #a3b6b7
What is #a3b6b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3b6b7 is rgb(163, 182, 183), in HSL hsl(183, 12%, 68%) and in CMYK 11%, 1%, 0%, 28%.
Which color schemes pair best with #a3b6b7?
This color anchors well with darker, grounded tones like charcoal or deep navy for high-contrast text, while pairing softly with light cream or soft whites for a cleaner look. You can also introduce muted terracotta accents to add a subtle, unexpected warmth to the otherwise cool palette.
Is #a3b6b7 readable on white or black?
#a3b6b7 has a 2.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.93:1 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.