#ECF0F1 Hex Color
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#ecf0f1 is a pale, low-saturation gray with a faint cool blue-green cast. Its bleached lightness creates an airy, clean feel without the starkness of pure white. The hex code works well as a dominant base for interface backgrounds, open layouts, and product design. Pair it with dark text or charcoal for clear contrast and a restrained finish.
Questions about #ecf0f1
What is #ecf0f1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ecf0f1 is rgb(236, 240, 241), in HSL hsl(192, 15%, 94%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 0%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #ecf0f1?
#ecf0f1 pairs well with charcoal, muted navy, and soft sage because its cool, low-saturation base gives stronger colors room to lead across interfaces and editorial layouts without making them feel busy or harsh.
Is #ecf0f1 readable on white or black?
#ecf0f1 has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.30:1 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.