#C6C6C5
- Brightness
- 197.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 60°, 1%, 77%
- HSV V %
- 78%
- Lab
- 79.9, -0.2, 0.5
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 1%, 22%
- PNG size
- 5.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (12.29:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #C6C6C5
Common Name: Silver Polish
RGB: 198, 198, 198
HSL: 0°, 0%, 78%
Contrast vs White: 0.8 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 17.6 (AA pass)
Mood Blurb: This soft, neutral gray color evokes a calm, refined atmosphere, often associated with modern interior design and high-end, minimalistic aesthetics. It's a versatile shade that pairs effortlessly with a wide range of other hues and textures. With its muted tones, it exudes sophistication and subtlety, making it an ideal choice for contemporary spaces or products aiming for an understated yet elegant appearance.
Notable Color Matches:
- Dunn-Edwards: Silver Polish - #C6C6C6 (ΔE=0.53)
- Pantone Solid Uncoated: Col Grey 3 U - #C6C5C3 (ΔE=0.72)
- Behr: Silver Bullet - #C4C4C3 (ΔE=0.72)
- Jotun Paint: Empire - #CACAC7 (ΔE=1.75)
- Federal Standard 595c: Light gray - #C3C8C7 (ΔE=1.85)
Why Designers Use It:
This color is chosen for its neutrality, making it a go-to choice for those aiming for a minimalist yet polished aesthetic. It's widely used in modern architecture, especially in office spaces, commercial buildings, and residential designs where light, airy tones are preferred. The subtlety of #C6C6C5 makes it versatile in design applications like product packaging, digital interfaces, and even automotive designs. Its non-dominant nature lets it blend in effortlessly with other bolder colors, providing a calming balance. Designers often favor it for backgrounds, surfaces, and accents, as it can both complement and enhance surrounding elements.
This neutral tone doesn't belong to any specific cultural or regional group but has become trendy in global interior design over the last decade, particularly in Scandinavia and the minimalist movement. Additionally, it's found in applications ranging from high-end furniture design to technology products, where sleek, modern looks are highly desirable. Its use in automotive interiors, especially for luxurious or tech-inspired models, reflects its association with premium, high-quality products. The color is also commonly seen in branding for companies emphasizing clean, professional aesthetics.