Heavy Metal

#29352D

General Information about #29352D

The hex color #29352D, often referred to as "Heavy Metal", is a dark, muted shade of green. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.08% red, 21.96% green, and 17.65% blue. This color is commonly associated with stability, nature, and a sense of groundedness. Its low saturation gives it a calm and understated appearance, making it suitable for designs where a subtle and sophisticated look is desired. Colors similar to this are often used to convey reliability and a sense of being down to earth. The name "Heavy Metal" is a misnomer, as the color itself has very little association with the style, however, the name may reflect it's use within industrial design and darker, heavy aesthetics. It is a versatile color that works well in a variety of design contexts, from web design to interior decoration.

The hex color #29352D, also known as Heavy Metal, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly when used as text on a white background. Its low luminance contrast ratio of approximately 2.5:1 falls significantly short of the WCAG's minimum requirement of 4.5:1 for normal text. This means that users with moderate visual impairments may find it difficult to read. To improve accessibility, consider using #29352D for larger text elements where the size compensates for the contrast, or pair it with a much lighter color like #FFFFFF or #F0F0F0 to increase the contrast ratio. Tools like contrast checkers can help to assess and fine-tune the color combinations to ensure compliance with accessibility standards, making your designs inclusive and readable for everyone. Furthermore, avoid using it for crucial interactive elements without proper contrast. Testing with diverse users can help identify any potential issues.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 53 45
RGB41 53 45
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
140deg 12.77% 18.43%
14012.7718.43HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
140deg 16.08% 79.22%
14016.0879.22HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#29352D
rgb41 53 45
hsl140deg 12.77% 18.43%
cmyk22.64% 0% 15.09% 79.22%
hwb140deg 16.08% 79.22%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.03
oklch0.3151 0.0215 155.88
oklab0.3151 -0.02 0.01
CMYK
22.64% 0% 15.09% 79.22%
22.64015.0979.22CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.03
0.030.030.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3151 0.0215 155.88
0.31510.0215155.88LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3151 -0.02 0.01
0.3151-0.020.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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