Shark

#282228

General Information about #282228

The hex color #282228, also known as 'Shark', is a very dark shade of gray, bordering on black. It resides within the grayscale color spectrum, lacking significant saturation or distinct hue. This color is frequently used to evoke feelings of sophistication, neutrality, and calmness. In web design, #282228 can serve as a subtle background, an accent color for text, or as a design element to create depth. Its use requires careful consideration of contrast to ensure readability and accessibility. The RGB (Red, Green, Blue) values for #282228 are R:40, G:34, B:40, and its CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) values are C:0, M:15, Y:0, K:84. This color is part of the darker end of the color palette, offering versatility in creating visual hierarchy and a sense of groundedness.

The color #282228, a dark, muted shade of gray, presents considerable accessibility challenges, particularly concerning contrast. When used as a foreground color for text, it necessitates a very light background to meet the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for readability. A low contrast ratio can make content difficult to perceive, especially for users with visual impairments or those viewing the screen in brightly lit environments. Therefore, careful consideration is crucial when implementing this color in user interfaces. Alternatives might include pairing it with a significantly lighter hue or employing it sparingly for purely decorative elements where legibility is not a primary concern. Ensuring sufficient contrast is not only about adhering to guidelines but also about creating a user-friendly and inclusive design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 34 40
RGB40 34 40
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
300 8.11% 14.51%
3008.1114.51HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
300 13.33% 84.31%
30013.3384.31HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#282228
rgb40 34 40
hsl300 8.11% 14.51%
cmyk0% 15% 0% 84.31%
hwb300 13.33% 84.31%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.02
oklch0.2612 0.0141 325.87
oklab0.2612 0.01 -0.01
CMYK
0% 15% 0% 84.31%
015084.31CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.02
0.020.020.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2612 0.0141 325.87
0.26120.0141325.87LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2612 0.01 -0.01
0.26120.01-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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