#EDEDED Hex Color
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White Edgar is a pale, bleached grey that feels airy and unobtrusive. Because it sits so close to white, the hex code #ededed functions as a perfect neutral base for minimalist web interfaces. It provides enough contrast to support sharp black typography while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic. Use it to soften layouts where standard white feels too stark or bright.
Questions about White Edgar
What is the hex code for White Edgar?
White Edgar is #ededed. In RGB that is rgb(237, 237, 237), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 93%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 7%.
Why choose #ededed instead of pure white for web backgrounds?
White Edgar offers a subtle depth that reduces eye strain on digital screens without compromising readability. While pure white can often feel harsh or overwhelming in long-form reading contexts, this softened shade maintains a clean aesthetic while allowing text to stand out comfortably.
What colors work best alongside #ededed in a design?
Is White Edgar readable on white or black?
White Edgar has a 1.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.93:1 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.