#F0F0F5 Hex Color
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This ultra-light grey is nearly colorless, functioning best as a clean backdrop for minimalist interfaces. Because black text offers excellent contrast against it, you can use #f0f0f5 for body copy backgrounds without legibility issues. It avoids the harshness of pure white while maintaining a professional aesthetic. The hex code for this airy shade is #f0f0f5.
Questions about #f0f0f5
What is #f0f0f5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f0f0f5 is rgb(240, 240, 245), in HSL hsl(240, 20%, 95%) and in CMYK 2%, 2%, 0%, 4%.
Does #f0f0f5 have a warm or cool undertone?
#f0f0f5 reads as a neutral shade, though its extremely slight blue-violet bias gives it a clean, crisp character compared to true stone greys. This neutrality makes it highly flexible for interfaces that need to feel modern but not sterile.
Why is #f0f0f5 better than using pure white for website backgrounds?
Using #f0f0f5 prevents the harsh, high-contrast glare often associated with pure digital white, which can strain eyes during long periods of reading. It provides a soft, polished surface that comfortably grounds dark text like charcoal or deep navy, enhancing overall user comfort.
Is #f0f0f5 readable on white or black?
#f0f0f5 has a 1.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.48:1 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.