#F6F5F2 Hex Color
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This pale, off-white neutral functions as a softer base for minimalist UI backgrounds and clean branding. It maintains excellent readability with black text, providing a high contrast ratio of 19.3:1 that satisfies accessibility standards for body copy. The hex code is #f6f5f2. Use this shade as a primary background to reduce screen glare while keeping content legible.
Questions about #f6f5f2
What is #f6f5f2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f6f5f2 is rgb(246, 245, 242), in HSL hsl(45, 18%, 96%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 2%, 4%.
Why is #f6f5f2 better for UI than pure white?
Pure white can cause eye fatigue during extended reading sessions because it reflects maximum light intensity. Using #f6f5f2 softens the visual experience, providing a gentler background that maintains excellent readability when paired with deep charcoal or dark gray text.
What color schemes work best with #f6f5f2?
Because #f6f5f2 acts as a true neutral, it shines when paired with earth-toned palettes like olive or terracotta. It also provides a clean, professional canvas for deep navy accents, creating a balanced and sophisticated look without the harshness of high-contrast white.
Is #f6f5f2 readable on white or black?
#f6f5f2 has a 1.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.26:1 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.