#B6B6B8 Hex Color
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This neutral, ashy grey provides a stable foundation for minimalist interfaces and UI design. Because it sits at a mid-range lightness, it pairs effectively with high-contrast black typography to maintain readability. While it risks looking washed out against pure white backgrounds, this shade excels as a supporting tone within complex palettes. The hex code for this dusty grey is #b6b6b8.
Questions about #b6b6b8
What is #b6b6b8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b6b6b8 is rgb(182, 182, 184), in HSL hsl(240, 1%, 72%) and in CMYK 1%, 1%, 0%, 28%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #b6b6b8 lean warm or cool in a design layout?
#b6b6b8 acts as a true neutral, though its slight coolness makes it appear crisp against warmer surfaces. Because it lacks strong yellow or blue undertones, it sits quietly in the background without clashing with bold, saturated accent colors.
Is #b6b6b8 readable on white or black?
#b6b6b8 has a 2.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.37:1 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.