#A6A5A6 Hex Color
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#a6a5a6 is a mid-tone neutral grey with a distinctly dusty, ashy character. It lacks strong undertones, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds or wireframes where content priority is key. Because it offers strong contrast, you can safely layer black typography over it for excellent readability. Use this hex code as a stabilizing base in minimal design systems rather than as a primary accent.
Questions about #a6a5a6
What is #a6a5a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a6a5a6 is rgb(166, 165, 166), in HSL hsl(300, 1%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 0%, 35%.
Where should I use #a6a5a6 in a design system?
Because #a6a5a6 is a stable, mid-tone neutral, it performs best as a background color for UI wireframes, card components, or secondary structural elements. Its lack of strong undertones prevents it from clashing with brand-specific palettes or primary accent colors.
Is #a6a5a6 readable on white or black?
#a6a5a6 has a 2.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.55:1 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.