Heavy Metal

#2F322C

General Information about #2F322C

The hex color #2F322C, also known as Heavy Metal in some color naming systems, is a dark, muted shade falling within the green color family. It exhibits a low saturation and luminance, giving it an almost grayish appearance with subtle green undertones. In the RGB color model, it's composed of 18.43% red, 20% green, and 17.25% blue. The perceived darkness of this color makes it suitable for creating a sense of depth or sophistication in designs. Due to its low saturation, it avoids being overly stimulating, lending itself well to applications where calmness and neutrality are desired. Colors like #2F322C are often described as 'earthy' or 'grounded', due to their resemblance to natural elements like stone or soil. In the context of web design or graphic design, it is most effective when paired with contrasting colors to ensure legibility and visual interest.

The hex color #2F322C, a dark, desaturated shade of green, presents several accessibility considerations for web developers. Its low luminance value means it requires careful pairing with text and background colors to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text against its background. When used as a background color, #2F322C demands light-colored text to meet these standards. Conversely, as a text color, it necessitates a very light or white background. It's crucial to test color combinations with accessibility tools to guarantee compliance and avoid inadvertently creating barriers for users with visual impairments. Consider offering a high-contrast theme as an alternative to ensure inclusivity.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
47 50 44
RGB47 50 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
90deg 6.38% 18.43%
906.3818.43HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
90deg 17.25% 80.39%
9017.2580.39HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2F322C
rgb47 50 44
hsl90deg 6.38% 18.43%
cmyk6% 0% 12% 80.39%
hwb90deg 17.25% 80.39%
xyz-d650.03 0.03 0.03
oklch0.312 0.0113 128.98
oklab0.312 -0.01 0.01
CMYK
6% 0% 12% 80.39%
601280.39CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.03 0.03
0.030.030.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.312 0.0113 128.98
0.3120.0113128.98LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.312 -0.01 0.01
0.312-0.010.01LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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