#E0E1E4 Hex Color
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This pale grey acts as a functional neutral that mimics the look of bleached concrete. Because #e0e1e4 provides excellent contrast for black typography, it excels as a background for minimalist interfaces and clean UI design. It lacks strong undertones, so it works best as a supporting base rather than a dominant color. Pair it with charcoal or slate to maintain a sophisticated, monochromatic aesthetic.
Questions about #e0e1e4
What is #e0e1e4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e0e1e4 is rgb(224, 225, 228), in HSL hsl(225, 7%, 89%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 11%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with the neutral #e0e1e4?
Because it is a balanced, cool-leaning neutral, #e0e1e4 functions best when paired with high-contrast, dark colors to prevent a washed-out look. It anchors a palette beautifully when placed against navy or charcoal, allowing brighter accent colors to pop without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #e0e1e4 readable on white or black?
#e0e1e4 has a 1.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.05:1 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.