ColourPilot

Dark Gray

Hex Code #B29AA2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #B29AA2, historically referred to as Dark Gray, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 70% red, 60% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 178, Green: 154, and Blue: 162. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #B29AA2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 340°, a saturation of 13%, and a lightness index of 65%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 70%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #B29AA2 into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)178, 154, 162
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)340°, 13%, 65%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)340°, 13%, 70%
CSS Valuergb(178, 154, 162)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.61:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)FAIL
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background8.04:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)PASS
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

Color Harmonies

Complementary Harmony

Analogous Harmony

Triadic Harmony

Monochromatic Harmony

Shades of Dark Gray

Tints of Dark Gray