#E6E8E9 Hex Color
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#e6e8e9 is a pale, bleached grey that provides a neutral, airy backdrop for minimal interfaces. Because it sits so close to white, it functions best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant color, preventing designs from looking washed out. It offers high contrast for black typography, ensuring excellent readability in UI applications. The hex code for this delicate grey is #e6e8e9.
Questions about #e6e8e9
What is #e6e8e9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6e8e9 is rgb(230, 232, 233), in HSL hsl(200, 6%, 91%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 0%, 9%.
When should I use #e6e8e9 in a website layout?
#e6e8e9 works best as a neutral background for interfaces requiring a high degree of clarity. Because it sits very close to white, it provides just enough separation to frame content effectively without overpowering deep text like charcoal.
Does #e6e8e9 have a cool or warm undertone?
This shade leans slightly cool, making it a sophisticated choice for minimalist designs. Its crisp appearance prevents the washed-out look often found in warmer, yellow-based greys, ensuring that your layout maintains a clean and professional feel across all screen types.
Is #e6e8e9 readable on white or black?
#e6e8e9 has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.08:1 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.