Baltic Sea

#2A2A2F

General Information about #2A2A2F (Baltic Sea)

The color #2A2A2F, commonly known as Baltic Sea, is a dark, muted shade of gray with subtle blue undertones. It is part of the gray color family and is located near the darker end of the spectrum. This color is often associated with sophistication, stability, and neutrality. In color psychology, dark grays like #2A2A2F can represent elegance, professionalism, and reserve. It is a versatile color that can be used in a variety of contexts, including web design, graphic design, interior design, and fashion. Because it's very close to black it is considered to be a neutral color.

The hex color #2A2A2F, also known as Baltic Sea, presents moderate accessibility challenges. Its relative darkness means it requires careful consideration when used for text or interactive elements. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for readability and usability, especially for users with visual impairments. For text, it is essential to pair this color with a very light color to achieve a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #2A2A2F for interactive elements such as buttons or links, ensure that the contrast ratio is met in different states (default, hover, focus, and active). Providing visual cues, such as borders or underlines, in addition to color contrast can further enhance accessibility. Testing with accessibility tools and obtaining feedback from users with disabilities are recommended to ensure optimal usability.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
42 42 47
RGB42 42 47
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
240deg 5.62% 17.45%
2405.6217.45HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
240deg 16.47% 81.57%
24016.4781.57HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2A2A2F
rgb42 42 47
hsl240deg 5.62% 17.45%
cmyk10.64% 10.64% 0% 81.57%
hwb240deg 16.47% 81.57%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.03
oklch0.287 0.0091 285.77
oklab0.287 0 -0.01
CMYK
10.64% 10.64% 0% 81.57%
10.6410.64081.57CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.03
0.020.020.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.287 0.0091 285.77
0.2870.0091285.77LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.287 0 -0.01
0.2870-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

Alternative colors

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