#F3F4EF
- Brightness
- 243.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 72°, 19%, 95%
- HSV V %
- 96%
- Lab
- 96.0, -1.2, 2.3
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 2%, 4%
- PNG size
- 4.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, soft cool hue
Recommended text: Black (19.00:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #F3F4EF
Common Name: Light Cool Gray
RGB: 243, 244, 239
HSL: 60°, 10%, 95%
Contrast: White - 1.3, Black - 12.1
AA Pass (white): Fail
AA Pass (black): Pass
Mood Blurb
This color evokes a sense of calm and serenity, creating a soft and neutral backdrop for any design. It’s highly associated with subtlety and elegance, blending well in spaces where clarity and lightness are essential.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 N14 - White - #F1EFE4
- Jotun Paints Chi - #F2F3ED
- Behr Paint Billowy Down - #F1F3EE
- Kelly Moore Diamond Essence - #EFF0EE
- Tiger Drylac - #F3F4EF
Why Designers Use It
This light grayish tone offers a timeless neutral hue that serves as a foundation in both modern and traditional interiors. It’s widely used in design projects that prioritize subtle elegance and balance. Its low saturation and lightness allow for versatile pairings with bolder colors and various textures. Designers often use it in corporate, residential, and commercial designs due to its ability to enhance clarity without overpowering the space.
This color also fits within many safety standards and can be seen in institutional spaces, especially in the backdrop of office designs. It’s sometimes used in aviation or naval applications for its neutral, understated appeal. There’s also a cultural and geographical aspect to its use, with lighter grays historically linked to minimalist Scandinavian designs. Designers opt for this tone in settings where balance, serenity, and simplicity are key principles.