#B3B3B3 Hex Color
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This mid-tone grey sits squarely in the neutral spectrum with a dusty, ashy character. The hex code for this color is #b3b3b3. Because it provides high contrast with black text, designers frequently use it for secondary UI elements or subtle backgrounds. Use it sparingly to ground bolder palettes, as it can feel flat or lifeless when applied as a dominant, large-scale fill.
Questions about #b3b3b3
What is #b3b3b3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b3b3b3 is rgb(179, 179, 179), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 30%.
How can I use #b3b3b3 effectively in web design?
#b3b3b3 works best as a grounding neutral for borders, dividers, or secondary text that needs to recede. Because it sits right in the middle of the value scale, it avoids the harshness of black while maintaining enough contrast against a clean white background.
Does #b3b3b3 have a warm or cool undertone?
This grey is remarkably balanced and neutral, lacking strong blue or yellow undertones that would push it toward a warm or cool temperature. It serves as a true, achromatic mid-tone that adapts well to any surrounding color palette without clashing.
Is #b3b3b3 readable on white or black?
#b3b3b3 has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.01:1 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.