#B0A19D Hex Color
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This ashy, dusty red sits in a muted space between grey and clay. It lacks the intensity of pure red, offering a grounded tone rather than aggression. Because it maintains high readability with black text, #b0a19d works well as a structural background. Use this hex code alongside charcoal or deep slate to balance its warmth without letting it look washed out against white.
Questions about #b0a19d
What is #b0a19d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b0a19d is rgb(176, 161, 157), in HSL hsl(13, 11%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 11%, 31%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I balance #b0a19d in a UI design?
#b0a19d works best when paired with deep, cool neutrals like charcoal or slate to ground its inherent warmth. Because it sits in a muted space, it relies on these darker, high-contrast elements to prevent the design from feeling washed out or indistinct.
Is #b0a19d a warm or cool tone?
This color functions as a neutral-leaning warm tone that bridges the gap between grey and earthy clay. It lacks the aggressive intensity of a pure red, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you need warmth without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #b0a19d readable on white or black?
#b0a19d has a 2.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.43:1 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.