#B4B0A8 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #b4b0a8 blends a dusty yellow cast with soft gray, creating a grounded, weathered look. Its restrained warmth suggests opportunity and practical optimism, fitting sale graphics, budget brands, and construction materials. Use the hex code #b4b0a8 as a supporting tone with charcoal, since black text remains highly legible on this shade.
Questions about #b4b0a8
What is #b4b0a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b4b0a8 is rgb(180, 176, 168), in HSL hsl(40, 7%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 7%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b4b0a8?
Pair #b4b0a8 with charcoal for strong, grounded contrast, or add terracotta for warmth; soft cream extends its neutral look, while muted blue introduces restrained coolness without overwhelming the shade’s dusty character.
Does #b4b0a8 look warm or cool?
The #b4b0a8 hex color reads as a warm gray because its muted yellow cast outweighs its low saturation, giving the shade a gently weathered quality without making it look bright or strongly beige. It suits calm layouts and utility-focused branding.
Is #b4b0a8 readable on white or black?
#b4b0a8 has a 2.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.71:1 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.