#EDF0ED Hex Color
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#edf0ed is a bleached, near-colorless grey with cool green undertones. Because it offers such low contrast, it works best as a subtle background for high-contrast typography or dark UI elements. While it lacks punch on its own, this hex code provides a sophisticated, airy base that prevents white interfaces from feeling sterile. Use it where you need neutral breathing room without the harshness of pure white.
Questions about #edf0ed
What is #edf0ed in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edf0ed is rgb(237, 240, 237), in HSL hsl(120, 9%, 94%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 1%, 6%.
Where should I use #edf0ed in a user interface?
#edf0ed is best utilized as a background color for sections needing subtle separation without the harsh contrast of pure white. It provides enough visual weight to ground elements while maintaining an open, airy, and clean aesthetic for modern web layouts.
Does #edf0ed read more as gray or green?
While #edf0ed appears as a bleached, near-colorless grey at first glance, its cool green undertones become apparent when placed directly against neutral charcoal or pure white backgrounds. It is a chameleon shade that shifts based on surrounding colors.
Is #edf0ed readable on white or black?
#edf0ed has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.28:1 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.