#F8F8F6

#F8F8F6

Color Values

HEX

#F8F8F6

RGB

248, 248, 246

HSL

60.0, 12.5%, 96.9%

HSV

60.0, 0.8%, 97.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.0%, 0.8%, 2.7%

OKLCH

0.9786 0.0026 106.4

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: #F8F8F6;
color: #F8F8F6;
border-color: #F8F8F6;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 50 #FAFAF9

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 #F8F8F6?

RGB(248, 248, 246) · HSL(60.0, 12.5%, 96.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.0%, 0.8%, 2.7%)

Does #F8F8F6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F8F8F6?

Use 000000 text on a #F8F8F6 background; contrast on black is 19.75:1.