Grey Web

Also known as: Thames Dusk, Shuttle Grey, Carriage Wheel, Stone Hearth

Expect balanced and versatile associations from Grey Web — a medium gray well suited to architecture and editorial layouts. Set it against a gray accent when you want the combination to pop. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 5.81:1.

Grey Web color codes

HEX
#616669
RGB
rgb(97, 102, 105)
RGBA
rgba(97, 102, 105, 1)
HSL
hsl(202, 4%, 40%)
HSV
hsv(202, 8%, 41%)
CMYK
cmyk(8%, 3%, 0%, 59%)
LAB
lab(42.8 -1.5 -2.4)
OKLCH
oklch(50.7% 0.008 233.8)

Color intelligence

sRGB safe

Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.

Temperature

CoolWarm

neutral, leaning cool

subtle blue undertone in this near-neutral

Nearest standard colors

  • CSS: dimgray#696969 · ΔE 3.2
  • RAL 7012 — Basalt grey#596163 · ΔE 2.8 · approximate

RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.

Where Grey Web works

  • Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
  • Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
  • Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
  • Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
  • Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
  • Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.

Copy as — every ecosystem

Tints, shades, and tones of Grey Web

Tints (lighter)

Shades (darker)

Tones (muted)

Color harmonies

Palettes built from Grey Web by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-complementary

Tetradic

Monochromatic

Contrast & accessibility

Aa — on white

contrast 5.81:1

AA passAAA failAA large pass

Aa — on black

contrast 3.61:1

AA failAAA failAA large pass

Best text color on a Grey Web background: #ffffff

Palettes featuring Grey Web

Grey Web with its complement

Soft neighbors of Grey Web

Grey Web triad

Similar colors

Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Grey Web is closest to Caveman.

Grey Web FAQs

What color is Grey Web?

Grey Web is a medium gray with the hex code #616669. In HSL terms it has a hue of 202°, 4% saturation, and 40% lightness.

What is the hex code for Grey Web?

The hex code for Grey Web is #616669. In RGB it's rgb(97, 102, 105), and in CMYK it's cmyk(8%, 3%, 0%, 59%).

What colors go well with Grey Web?

Grey Web pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.

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