#E4E6EB Hex Color
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#e4e6eb is an extremely light, bleached grey that offers an airy alternative to pure white. It functions best as a dominant UI background because it provides excellent contrast for black typography. This hex code feels restrained and professional, grounding minimal designs without becoming muddy. It works especially well when paired with deep charcoal accents to create a clean, modern aesthetic.
Questions about #e4e6eb
What is #e4e6eb in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4e6eb is rgb(228, 230, 235), in HSL hsl(223, 15%, 91%) and in CMYK 3%, 2%, 0%, 8%.
Is #e4e6eb better for UI backgrounds than pure white?
#e4e6eb is often preferred over pure white in UI design because it reduces eye strain while maintaining a clean, minimalist aesthetic. It provides a soft, grounded contrast that helps black or deep charcoal text stand out without appearing harsh.
Which color schemes work best with #e4e6eb?
Is #e4e6eb readable on white or black?
#e4e6eb has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.81:1 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.