#E5EDEE Hex Color
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This ultra-light grey carries a faint, cool blue tint. It reads extremely clean, making it a perfect neutral background for interface design. The hex code #e5edee offers excellent contrast with black text, ensuring high readability for body copy. Because it lacks heavy saturation, it pairs well with slate blues or charcoal for a sophisticated, minimal look without the starkness of pure white.
Questions about #e5edee
What is #e5edee in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5edee is rgb(229, 237, 238), in HSL hsl(187, 21%, 92%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 0%, 7%.
Does #e5edee work well as a background for text-heavy layouts?
Yes, #e5edee is an excellent choice for background surfaces because it offers a soft, modern alternative to harsh white. It maintains high legibility when paired with dark charcoal or near-black typography, reducing eye strain during long-form reading.
What color families complement #e5edee for a balanced palette?
Is #e5edee readable on white or black?
#e5edee has a 1.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.67:1 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.