Hourglass

Nearest standard colors

• CSS: linen#FAF0E6 · ΔE 4.5
• RAL 9002 — Grey white#DDDED4 · ΔE 3.0 · 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 Hourglass works

• Web & UI: Too light for text, ideal as a background wash that keeps a page from feeling sterile.
• Interiors: Wall-to-wall safe: it behaves like a white with personality, especially in north-facing rooms.
• Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
• Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette — packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
• Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
• Interiors: Muted enough to paint all four walls; sample it in both daylight and evening light before committing.