Thunder

#2E2A2A

General Information about #2E2A2A

The hex color #2E2A2A, often referred to as 'Thunder', is a dark, muted shade of gray-brown. It belongs to the family of neutral colors and conveys a sense of stability, sophistication, and understated elegance. In the RGB color model, #2E2A2A is composed of 18.04% red, 16.47% green, and 16.47% blue. Its CMYK values are 0% cyan, 9% magenta, 9% yellow, and 82% black. This color is frequently used in design to create a sense of depth and contrast, often paired with lighter hues to provide balance and visual interest. Its neutral nature makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of applications, from web design to interior decoration.

The hex color #2E2A2A, also known as Thunder, presents accessibility challenges due to its low luminance. Its dark nature results in low contrast against common background colors like white, which can make text and other elements difficult to read for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for ensuring readability. To improve accessibility, it's advisable to pair #2E2A2A with much lighter colors that provide a high contrast ratio. Utilizing tools that assess color contrast can help web developers and designers choose appropriate color combinations that meet accessibility standards. Considering users with color blindness is also important when using this color, as its perception might differ, further impacting accessibility.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
46 42 42
RGB46 42 42
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
0 4.55% 17.25%
04.5517.25HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
0 16.47% 81.96%
016.4781.96HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2E2A2A
rgb46 42 42
hsl0 4.55% 17.25%
cmyk0% 8.7% 8.7% 81.96%
hwb0 16.47% 81.96%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.03
oklch0.2893 0.0059 17.19
oklab0.2893 0.01 0
CMYK
0% 8.7% 8.7% 81.96%
08.78.781.96CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.03
0.020.020.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2893 0.0059 17.19
0.28930.005917.19LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2893 0.01 0
0.28930.010LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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