#E6F5E8 Hex Color
A luminous bleached green with airy undertones
This bleached, luminous green reads almost grey due to its extreme lightness. The hex code #e6f5e8 offers a delicate, airy foundation that works well for minimalist UI backgrounds. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal text, providing excellent contrast and readability. Because it is so desaturated, use it as a base to anchor bolder organic tones without overwhelming the overall layout.
Questions about #e6f5e8
What is #e6f5e8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6f5e8 is rgb(230, 245, 232), in HSL hsl(128, 43%, 93%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 5%, 4%.
What colors pair well with the #e6f5e8 hex color?
Is #e6f5e8 suitable for text-heavy UI backgrounds?
Yes, it offers a sophisticated alternative to stark white, making it gentle on the eyes for long-form reading. However, always layer dark text or high-contrast icons over it to ensure your design remains accessible and meets proper contrast ratios.
Is #e6f5e8 readable on white or black?
#e6f5e8 has a 1.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.59:1 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.