Heavy Metal

#2C312C

General Information about #2C312C

The hexadecimal color code #2C312C represents a dark, muted shade of green-gray. It is often associated with feelings of sophistication, neutrality, and subtle elegance. In the RGB color model, #2C312C is composed of 17.25% red, 19.22% green, and 17.25% blue. This composition results in a color that is neither strongly vibrant nor overly saturated, making it a versatile choice for a variety of design applications. The color is part of the broader family of grays and can be used to create a sense of balance and harmony in visual compositions. Its understated nature allows it to blend seamlessly with other colors, making it a popular choice for backgrounds and accents.

The hex color #2C312C, also known as Heavy Metal, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used for text. Due to its dark nature, it requires careful consideration of contrast ratios to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio between text and background should be at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #2C312C for text, it's crucial to pair it with a light background to meet these standards. If used for decorative elements or non-text content, the contrast requirements are less stringent. However, providing alternative visual cues or text descriptions can improve accessibility for all users. Testing with accessibility tools is highly recommended to validate the color's compliance with accessibility standards.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
44 49 44
RGB44 49 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
120deg 5.38% 18.24%
1205.3818.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
120deg 17.25% 80.78%
12017.2580.78HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2C312C
rgb44 49 44
hsl120deg 5.38% 18.24%
cmyk10.2% 0% 10.2% 80.78%
hwb120deg 17.25% 80.78%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.03
oklch0.3065 0.0112 145.44
oklab0.3065 -0.01 0.01
CMYK
10.2% 0% 10.2% 80.78%
10.2010.280.78CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.03
0.030.030.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3065 0.0112 145.44
0.30650.0112145.44LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3065 -0.01 0.01
0.3065-0.010.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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