Steel Gray

#1A2334

General Information about #1A2334

The hexadecimal color code #1A2334 represents a dark shade of gray, often described as steel gray. It is composed of 10.2% red, 13.73% green, and 20.39% blue. In the RGB color model, it has the values (26, 35, 52). The color has a low saturation and a low lightness value, making it a relatively muted and dark tone. This color is often associated with calmness, stability, and sophistication. In color psychology, grays are often seen as neutral and balanced, making them suitable for backgrounds and elements where the focus should be on other colors or content. The steel gray tone evokes a sense of strength, reliability, and understated elegance.

The hex color #1A2334, a dark steel gray, presents several accessibility considerations for web developers. Its low luminance value means it requires careful pairing with text and other interactive elements. Insufficient contrast between text and background can make content difficult or impossible for users with visual impairments to read. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Developers should utilize contrast checking tools to ensure their color choices meet these standards. Furthermore, avoid using color as the sole means of conveying information; supplement color with text labels or icons to accommodate users who are colorblind. Careful attention to these details will ensure a more inclusive and accessible experience for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
26 35 52
RGB26 35 52
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
219.23deg 33.33% 15.29%
219.2333.3315.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
219.23deg 10.2% 79.61%
219.2310.279.61HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1A2334
rgb26 35 52
hsl219.23deg 33.33% 15.29%
cmyk50% 32.69% 0% 79.61%
hwb219.23deg 10.2% 79.61%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.03
oklch0.256 0.0348 262.69
oklab0.256 0 -0.03
CMYK
50% 32.69% 0% 79.61%
5032.69079.61CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.03
0.020.020.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.256 0.0348 262.69
0.2560.0348262.69LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.256 0 -0.03
0.2560-0.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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