#B4C4B6 Hex Color
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Muted and pale, #b4c4b6 is a light gray-green with soft, ashy undertones. Its faded finish suggests cleanliness, stability, and natural balance without feeling bright or clinical. Use the hex code #b4c4b6 as a spacious UI or brand background, paired with charcoal, navy, or warm wood tones. Black text remains highly readable, with about 11.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #b4c4b6
What is #b4c4b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b4c4b6 is rgb(180, 196, 182), in HSL hsl(127, 12%, 74%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 7%, 23%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b4c4b6?
Charcoal and navy create clear, grounded contrast with #b4c4b6, while warm wood tones and muted terracotta add warmth without overpowering its pale gray-green base. Use lighter accents sparingly to preserve readability and definition.
Does #b4c4b6 read as warm or cool?
#b4c4b6 reads as a cool-leaning, muted gray-green because its pale green base is softened by ashy undertones rather than yellow or brown warmth. It feels calm and balanced, not icy or clinical.
Is #b4c4b6 readable on white or black?
#b4c4b6 has a 1.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.51:1 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.