Linen hex code
The hex code for linen is #FAF0E6. In RGB that is rgb(250, 240, 230) and in HSL it is hsl(30, 67%, 94%).
The hex code for linen is #FAF0E6. In RGB that is rgb(250, 240, 230) and in HSL it is hsl(30, 67%, 94%).
Linen · #FAF0E6
Colour codes
- HEX
- #FAF0E6
- RGB
- rgb(250, 240, 230)
- HSL
- hsl(30, 67%, 94%)
- CMYK
- 0, 4, 8, 2
- CSS name
- linen
- Contrast on white
- 1.12:1
- Contrast on black
- 18.67:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #fbf3eb
40% lighter · #fcf6f0
60% lighter · #fdf9f5
80% lighter · #fefcfa
20% darker · #c8c0b8
40% darker · #96908a
60% darker · #64605c
80% darker · #32302e
Complementary colour
Linen · #FAF0E6
Opposite on the colour wheel · #e5f0fa
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for linen?
The hex code for linen is #FAF0E6. In RGB that is rgb(250, 240, 230) and in HSL it is hsl(30, 67%, 94%).
Can I use linen for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.12:1 on white and 18.67:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with linen?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #E5F0FA. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of linen instead.
Is linen a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword linen, so color: linen and color: #FAF0E6 render exactly the same.