#EDF1EC Hex Color
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#edf1ec is a pale, desaturated grey with the slightest hint of green, suggesting a bleached, airy quality. Because it is highly readable against black text, it functions as an excellent neutral base for minimalist interface design or spacious web backgrounds. It works best when paired with deeper, charcoal tones rather than pure white, which can make this shade appear dirty by comparison.
Questions about #edf1ec
What is #edf1ec in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edf1ec is rgb(237, 241, 236), in HSL hsl(108, 15%, 94%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 2%, 5%.
What colors pair best with #edf1ec?
Deep charcoal or dark, near-black tones provide the best contrast for #edf1ec without making it appear muddy. Avoid pairing this light, airy neutral with pure white, as the contrast will cause this color to look dingy by comparison.
Is #edf1ec considered a warm or cool color?
#edf1ec leans toward the cooler side of the spectrum due to its subtle green infusion. This makes it a refreshing alternative to traditional, flat greys while maintaining the professional, neutral quality needed for spacious, modern interface design.
Is #edf1ec readable on white or black?
#edf1ec has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.39:1 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.