#F0FFF9

#F0FFF9

Color Values

HEX

#F0FFF9

RGB

240, 255, 249

HSL

156.0, 100.0%, 97.1%

HSV

156.0, 5.9%, 100.0%

CMYK

5.9%, 0.0%, 2.4%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9873 0.0176 170.1

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: #F0FFF9;
color: #F0FFF9;
border-color: #F0FFF9;
Nearest Tailwind: Emerald 50 #ECFDF5

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.03:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

20.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F0FFF9?

RGB(240, 255, 249) · HSL(156.0, 100.0%, 97.1%) · CMYK(5.9%, 0.0%, 2.4%, 0.0%)

Does #F0FFF9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.03:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F0FFF9?

Use 000000 text on a #F0FFF9 background; contrast on black is 20.38:1.