#E6E7E6

#E6E7E6

Color Values

HEX

#E6E7E6

RGB

230, 231, 230

HSL

120.0, 2.0%, 90.4%

HSV

120.0, 0.4%, 90.6%

CMYK

0.4%, 0.0%, 0.4%, 9.4%

OKLCH

0.9269 0.0017 145.6

Properties

Color Psychology

Near-whites and off-whites radiate purity, simplicity, and spacious clarity. They feel open and unbounded, associated with cleanliness, fresh starts, and minimalism. These tones create a sense of potential and possibility, inviting focus on content.

Design Usage

Off-whites are preferred over pure white for page backgrounds to reduce glare. They feel warmer while maintaining a clean, bright aesthetic. Use for primary backgrounds and content areas where visual breathing room is needed.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #E6E7E6;
color: #E6E7E6;
border-color: #E6E7E6;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 200 #E5E5E5

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

16.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #E6E7E6?

RGB(230, 231, 230) · HSL(120.0, 2.0%, 90.4%) · CMYK(0.4%, 0.0%, 0.4%, 9.4%)

Does #E6E7E6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.24:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #E6E7E6?

Use 000000 text on a #E6E7E6 background; contrast on black is 16.94:1.