#E3E3E3 Hex Color
A clean and airy neutral grey
#e3e3e3 is a pale, neutral grey that serves as a clean alternative to pure white. Black text remains legible against this tone, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Use the hex code #e3e3e3 to soften a layout without losing visual balance. It pairs well with deep charcoals or muted colors to build a minimal, architectural aesthetic.
Questions about #e3e3e3
What is #e3e3e3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3e3e3 is rgb(227, 227, 227), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 89%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 11%.
When should I choose #e3e3e3 over pure white for a website background?
#e3e3e3 is an excellent choice when you want to soften a digital interface without sacrificing the legibility of black text. It prevents the jarring brightness of pure white backgrounds, reducing eye strain while maintaining a clean, professional, and architectural aesthetic.
Does #e3e3e3 read as a warm or cool grey?
#e3e3e3 is considered a balanced, neutral grey that avoids leaning heavily into warmth or coolness. Because it lacks strong blue or yellow undertones, it acts as a perfect, invisible canvas that allows other accent colors in your design to stand out clearly.
Is #e3e3e3 readable on white or black?
#e3e3e3 has a 1.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.36:1 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.