#FAF8F4

#FAF8F4

Color Values

HEX

#FAF8F4

RGB

250, 248, 244

HSL

40.0, 37.5%, 96.9%

HSV

40.0, 2.4%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.8%, 2.4%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9796 0.0057 84.6

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: #FAF8F4;
color: #FAF8F4;
border-color: #FAF8F4;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 50 #FAFAF9

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF8F4?

RGB(250, 248, 244) · HSL(40.0, 37.5%, 96.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.8%, 2.4%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF8F4 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FAF8F4?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF8F4 background; contrast on black is 19.8:1.