#EBF0F2 Hex Color

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This ultra-light grey acts as a clean, neutral foundation for UI design. Because #ebf0f2 is so desaturated and airy, it provides a sophisticated alternative to pure white without sacrificing legibility. Black typography maintains high contrast against this hex code, making it an excellent choice for full-page backgrounds. Use it to soften minimal layouts where you need stability without the starkness of a bright, high-key white.

Questions about #ebf0f2

What is #ebf0f2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebf0f2 is rgb(235, 240, 242), in HSL hsl(197, 21%, 94%) and in CMYK 3%, 1%, 0%, 5%.
Is #ebf0f2 a warm or cool grey?
#ebf0f2 leans slightly cool due to its subtle blue undertones, which gives it a crisp and airy quality. This makes it an ideal choice for interfaces needing a professional, clean, and modern aesthetic without the harshness of a true sterile white.
What colors pair well with #ebf0f2?
Because it is so neutral, #ebf0f2 works best when paired with deep, grounding colors like charcoal for text or vibrant accent colors like navy or teal. Using high-contrast darks ensures that the subtlety of the grey background remains professional and readable.
Is #ebf0f2 readable on white or black?
#ebf0f2 has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.27:1 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.