#9DA4A4
- Brightness
- 161.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 180°, 4%, 63%
- HSV V %
- 64%
- Lab
- 66.8, -2.5, -0.9
- CMYK (%)
- 4%, 0%, 0%, 36%
- PNG size
- 5.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (8.28:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #9DA4A4
Common Name: Light Grey
RGB: 157, 164, 164
HSL: 180°, 2%, 64%
Contrast: 53.1 (White), 26.4 (Black)
Contrast Passes AA: Yes (against white)
Mood: This color conveys a calm, neutral, and refined atmosphere. It’s often associated with sophistication, minimalism, and modern design. Popular in both interior and exterior designs, it can be a backdrop to other colors or used in places that need a subtle, understated elegance.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700: Lightbox Grey - #AAABAA (ΔE=3.83)
- BS 2660: Light Grey - #8C9A94 (ΔE=6.25)
- Pantone FHI: Belgian Block - #A3A9A6 (ΔE=2.51)
- Benjamin Moore: Cobblestone Path - #9FA6A6 (ΔE=0.75)
Why Designers Use It
This color is a versatile, soft neutral, commonly used in modern minimalist interior designs, technology products, and corporate branding. It’s a popular choice for backgrounds, as it blends well with both warmer and cooler tones, making it suitable for various themes. Designers favor it for its elegance and ability to create an environment of calm and simplicity.
In specific industries, this color is often found in high-end office spaces, luxury automotive interiors, and high-tech consumer electronics. It’s seen as modern, timeless, and adaptable, making it a favorite in both public and private sector designs. Some associations with natural elements, such as stone or cloudy skies, further enhance its calming and professional aesthetic.
It’s also used in military and safety industries for its functional appeal, being easy on the eyes and not overly stimulating in environments requiring focus and attention to detail.