#F0F4F7 Hex Color
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This cool, bleached grey functions as a softer alternative to stark white. Because black text maintains excellent readability against it, #f0f4f7 is a reliable choice for UI backgrounds and minimal interfaces. It can appear washed out if placed directly against pure white, so use it as a dominant base color rather than an accent. The hex code for this shade is #f0f4f7.
Questions about #f0f4f7
What is #f0f4f7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f0f4f7 is rgb(240, 244, 247), in HSL hsl(206, 30%, 95%) and in CMYK 3%, 1%, 0%, 3%.
When should I use #f0f4f7 instead of pure white?
Use #f0f4f7 whenever you want to reduce the harshness of a stark white background while maintaining high contrast for text. It feels softer on the eyes, making it ideal for long-form reading interfaces or minimal dashboard designs.
What color combinations work best with #f0f4f7?
Is #f0f4f7 readable on white or black?
#f0f4f7 has a 1.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.98:1 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.