Chalk
A soft, airy neutral with subtle warmth
Chalk is an airy, bleached grey with subtle warmth that avoids feeling cold. It sits very close to white, making it a reliable neutral foundation for minimal UI designs. Pair it with deep charcoal text for excellent readability. The hex code for this soft, understated shade is #edeae5. It serves as a balanced alternative to pure white when you require a gentle, non-stark background.
Questions about Chalk
What is the hex code for Chalk?
Chalk is #edeae5. In RGB that is rgb(237, 234, 229), in HSL hsl(37, 18%, 91%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 3%, 7%.
Does #edeae5 read as warm or cool?
Chalk reads as a warm, bleached grey rather than a cold or clinical white. Because it carries subtle yellow and beige undertones, it feels more approachable and organic, preventing your UI from appearing harsh or sterile on screen.
What colors pair best with #edeae5?
Is Chalk readable on white or black?
Chalk has a 1.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.50:1 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.