#E8E6E6 Hex Color
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#e8e6e6 is a pale, airy grey that acts as a cleaner alternative to pure white. Because it provides a 16.9:1 contrast ratio against black, it keeps small body text perfectly legible. Use this neutral as a dominant base for minimal interfaces. Be cautious placing it directly next to stark white, as the lack of separation can make it look muddy. The hex code is #e8e6e6.
Questions about #e8e6e6
What is #e8e6e6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e8e6e6 is rgb(232, 230, 230), in HSL hsl(0, 4%, 91%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 1%, 9%.
Is #e8e6e6 suitable for body text?
Yes, #e8e6e6 provides a high contrast ratio against dark text, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you want a softer, more modern alternative to stark white. It maintains legibility while reducing the harshness of a pure white background.
Why should I avoid placing #e8e6e6 next to pure white?
Placing #e8e6e6 directly beside white often creates a muddy visual effect because the two shades are too close in brightness. Instead, use this neutral against darker tones like charcoal to establish clear separation and visual depth in your layouts.
Is #e8e6e6 readable on white or black?
#e8e6e6 has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.89:1 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.