Baltic Sea

#292930

General Information about #292930

The hex color code #292930, also known as Baltic Sea, is a dark, muted shade of gray. It is composed of 16.08% red, 16.08% green, and 18.82% blue. In the RGB color model, this color is equivalent to (41, 41, 48). Baltic Sea exhibits a subtle coolness due to the higher proportion of blue. In the HSL color space, #292930 has a hue of 240 degrees, a saturation of 6%, and a lightness of 17%. It is frequently utilized in design to convey sophistication and modernity. Its understated nature allows other elements within a design to stand out, making it an effective choice for backgrounds and accents. The color name "Baltic Sea" evokes a sense of depth and mystery, reflecting the color's dark and calming presence.

The hex color #292930, also known as Baltic Sea, presents accessibility challenges due to its dark nature. When used as a background color, it necessitates very light text to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, adhering to WCAG guidelines. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When used for interactive elements like buttons or links, consider providing clear visual cues beyond just color to distinguish them from surrounding content. It's also important to test the color combination with users who have visual impairments to validate its usability. For those with low vision, the color may appear nearly black, making it difficult to distinguish from true black elements. Careful consideration should be given to colorblind users as well, who might struggle to differentiate #292930 from other dark shades. Ensuring proper contrast is key for a positive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 41 48
RGB41 41 48
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
240deg 7.87% 17.45%
2407.8717.45HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
240deg 16.08% 81.18%
24016.0881.18HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#292930
rgb41 41 48
hsl240deg 7.87% 17.45%
cmyk14.58% 14.58% 0% 81.18%
hwb240deg 16.08% 81.18%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.03
oklch0.2838 0.0128 285.53
oklab0.2838 0 -0.01
CMYK
14.58% 14.58% 0% 81.18%
14.5814.58081.18CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.03
0.020.020.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2838 0.0128 285.53
0.28380.0128285.53LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2838 0 -0.01
0.28380-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

Applications

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