Heavy Metal

#2A332D

General Information about #2A332D

The hexadecimal color code #2A332D represents a dark shade of green, often described as heavy metal, forest green, or deep olive. It's composed of 16.47% red, 20% green, and 17.65% blue. In the RGB color model, it translates to 42 red, 51 green, and 45 blue. This color typically evokes feelings of nature, stability, and sophistication. It's a subtle and muted tone, making it suitable for applications where a calming and understated presence is desired. Understanding the composition of this color allows designers to effectively incorporate it into various projects, considering its psychological impact and visual harmony with other elements. Its hexadecimal nature makes it widely compatible in digital platforms, such as websites and applications.

The color #2A332D, a dark and muted shade, presents accessibility challenges, especially regarding contrast. When used as a background color, it requires very light text to ensure readability, meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratios. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text is recommended. Similarly, when used as text, a light background is essential. Color blindness should also be considered; avoid relying solely on color to convey information. Providing alternative cues, like text labels or icons, is crucial. Tools like contrast checkers can help evaluate color combinations, ensuring content is accessible to all users, including those with visual impairments. It is recommended to perform thorough accessibility testing when using this color in any design.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
42 51 45
RGB42 51 45
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
140deg 9.68% 18.24%
1409.6818.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
140deg 16.47% 80%
14016.4780HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2A332D
rgb42 51 45
hsl140deg 9.68% 18.24%
cmyk17.65% 0% 11.76% 80%
hwb140deg 16.47% 80%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.03
oklch0.3105 0.0162 156.26
oklab0.3105 -0.01 0.01
CMYK
17.65% 0% 11.76% 80%
17.65011.7680CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.03
0.030.030.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3105 0.0162 156.26
0.31050.0162156.26LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3105 -0.01 0.01
0.3105-0.010.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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