#F0F8F2

#F0F8F2

Color Values

HEX

#F0F8F2

RGB

240, 248, 242

HSL

135.0, 36.4%, 95.7%

HSV

135.0, 3.2%, 97.3%

CMYK

3.2%, 0.0%, 2.4%, 2.7%

OKLCH

0.9715 0.0116 153.7

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: #F0F8F2;
color: #F0F8F2;
border-color: #F0F8F2;
Nearest Tailwind: Green 50 #F0FDF4

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F0F8F2?

RGB(240, 248, 242) · HSL(135.0, 36.4%, 95.7%) · CMYK(3.2%, 0.0%, 2.4%, 2.7%)

Does #F0F8F2 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.08:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F0F8F2?

Use 000000 text on a #F0F8F2 background; contrast on black is 19.41:1.