Heavy Metal

#283925

General Information about #283925

The hex color #283925, also known as "Heavy Metal", is a dark, muted shade of green. It belongs to the green color family and possesses an earthy and somewhat industrial aesthetic. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.1% red, 22.4% green, and 14.5% blue. The color's low saturation and relatively low lightness contribute to its subdued appearance. It is often associated with nature, sustainability, and a sense of grounding. In color psychology, dark greens can evoke feelings of calmness, stability, and sophistication. Its hexadecimal representation makes it easily usable in digital design and web development, where precise color specification is crucial. The hex color system is a widely accepted standard for defining colors in HTML, CSS, and other web technologies, ensuring consistency across different devices and platforms.

The color #283925, a dark, muted green, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used for text or interface elements. Its low luminance can make it difficult for users with visual impairments to distinguish it from darker backgrounds. A contrast ratio check is essential; it should ideally meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) AA standards (a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text) or AAA standards (7:1 and 4.5:1 respectively). When using this color, consider pairing it with lighter shades of green, yellow, or even neutral tones like white or very light gray to ensure sufficient contrast. For interactive elements, focus indicators should be clearly visible and distinguishable. Additionally, avoid using this color as the sole indicator of important information; supplement it with text labels or icons to cater to users who may have difficulty perceiving the color difference. Testing with accessibility tools and gathering user feedback are crucial to ensure an inclusive design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 57 37
RGB40 57 37
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
111deg 21.28% 18.43%
11121.2818.43HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
111deg 14.51% 77.65%
11114.5177.65HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#283925
rgb40 57 37
hsl111deg 21.28% 18.43%
cmyk29.82% 0% 35.09% 77.65%
hwb111deg 14.51% 77.65%
xyz-d650.03 0.04 0.02
oklch0.3233 0.0411 140.85
oklab0.3233 -0.03 0.03
CMYK
29.82% 0% 35.09% 77.65%
29.82035.0977.65CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.04 0.02
0.030.040.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3233 0.0411 140.85
0.32330.0411140.85LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3233 -0.03 0.03
0.3233-0.030.03LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

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