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Dark Gray

Hex Code #B7A9A2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #B7A9A2, 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 72% red, 66% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 183, Green: 169, and Blue: 162. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #B7A9A2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 20°, a saturation of 13%, and a lightness index of 68%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 72%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #B7A9A2 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)183, 169, 162
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)20°, 13%, 68%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)20°, 11%, 72%
CSS Valuergb(183, 169, 162)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.28:1
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 Background9.21:1
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

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