#F0FAF9

#F0FAF9

Color Values

HEX

#F0FAF9

RGB

240, 250, 249

HSL

174.0, 50.0%, 96.1%

HSV

174.0, 4.0%, 98.0%

CMYK

4.0%, 0.0%, 0.4%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9774 0.0106 189.8

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: azure

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: #F0FAF9;
color: #F0FAF9;
border-color: #F0FAF9;
Nearest Tailwind: Teal 50 #F0FDFA

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F0FAF9?

RGB(240, 250, 249) · HSL(174.0, 50.0%, 96.1%) · CMYK(4.0%, 0.0%, 0.4%, 2.0%)

Does #F0FAF9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.06:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F0FAF9?

Use 000000 text on a #F0FAF9 background; contrast on black is 19.75:1.