analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#48424D — Graphite
#48424D is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 273° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #48424D
- f7f7f8
- e0dde2
- c9c4cd
- b2abb7
- 9a91a2
- 83788c
- 6b6273
- 544c5a
- 3c3740
- 242127
- 0d0c0e
Color schemes using #48424D
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#48424D FAQ
What color is #48424D?
#48424D is a shade of graphite in the gray family. It has a hue of 273 degrees, 8% saturation and 28% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #48424D?
#48424D is rgb(72, 66, 77) in RGB, hsl(273, 8%, 28%) in HSL, and cmyk(6%, 14%, 0%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #48424D?
White text on this background reaches 9.71:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.16:1.
What colors go well with #48424D?
Its direct complement is #474D42. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4D4D42 and #424D42 gives you contrast without the vibration.