#C4C6C8 Hex Color
Airy neutral grey for modern interfaces
#c4c6c8 is a pale, neutral grey with a cool, airy character. It provides a clean, professional base for minimal UI design, offering a softer alternative to stark white backgrounds. Because it maintains strong contrast against black text, it works well for readable body copy. The hex code #c4c6c8 shines when paired with bold primary accents, preventing large layouts from feeling washed out or overly sterile.
Questions about #c4c6c8
What is #c4c6c8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4c6c8 is rgb(196, 198, 200), in HSL hsl(210, 4%, 78%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 22%.
How does #c4c6c8 perform in interface design?
It functions as a softer alternative to stark white, making it perfect for UI backgrounds that require subtle separation. Because it retains excellent contrast with dark text, it ensures high readability while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic for minimalist projects.
What accent colors work best with #c4c6c8?
As a neutral grey, it pairs beautifully with bold primary colors like navy or terracotta to prevent designs from appearing washed out. You can also use it alongside deep charcoals to create a sophisticated, monochromatic hierarchy that feels grounded and intentional.
Is #c4c6c8 readable on white or black?
#c4c6c8 has a 1.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.25:1 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.