Heavy Metal

#26372C

General Information about #26372C

The hex color code #26372C, often referred to as 'Heavy Metal', is a dark, muted shade of green with a subtle hint of gray. It belongs to the larger family of green colors but distinguishes itself through its low saturation and darker tone. In the RGB color model, #26372C is composed of 15.3% red, 21.6% green, and 17.3% blue. Its CMYK values are 0.298, 0, 0.199, and 0.784, indicating the percentage of cyan, magenta, yellow, and key (black) inks required to produce this color in printing. This color is frequently used in designs aiming for a sophisticated, earthy, or natural aesthetic. Its muted nature makes it a versatile choice for backgrounds, text, and accent elements, provided appropriate contrast considerations are taken into account. It can evoke a sense of calm, stability, and understated elegance.

The hex color #26372C, also known as Heavy Metal, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly in text-based contexts. Its low luminance value (relative darkness) necessitates careful consideration of color contrast to ensure readability for individuals with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast ratios are crucial for text and interactive elements. When using #26372C for text, it is imperative to pair it with a light-colored background to achieve a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Failure to meet these ratios can exclude users who have low vision or color blindness. In graphical user interfaces, ensure that interactive elements using this color have clear visual cues and sufficient contrast to be easily distinguishable. For instance, buttons should have clearly defined borders and sufficient contrast with their surrounding elements. Always use color contrast checking tools to validate the accessibility of your designs when incorporating this color.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
38 55 44
RGB38 55 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
141.18deg 18.28% 18.24%
141.1818.2818.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
141.18deg 14.9% 78.43%
141.1814.978.43HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#26372C
rgb38 55 44
hsl141.18deg 18.28% 18.24%
cmyk30.91% 0% 20% 78.43%
hwb141.18deg 14.9% 78.43%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.03
oklch0.3181 0.0297 156.02
oklab0.3181 -0.03 0.01
CMYK
30.91% 0% 20% 78.43%
30.9102078.43CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.03
0.030.030.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3181 0.0297 156.02
0.31810.0297156.02LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3181 -0.03 0.01
0.3181-0.030.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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