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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4B424D — Graphite
#4B424D is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 289° 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 #4B424D
- f8f7f8
- e1dde2
- cbc4cd
- b5abb7
- 9f91a2
- 88788c
- 706273
- 574c5a
- 3f3740
- 262127
- 0d0c0e
Color schemes using #4B424D
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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#4B424D FAQ
What color is #4B424D?
#4B424D is a shade of graphite in the gray family. It has a hue of 289 degrees, 8% saturation and 28% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4B424D?
#4B424D is rgb(75, 66, 77) in RGB, hsl(289, 8%, 28%) in HSL, and cmyk(3%, 14%, 0%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4B424D?
White text on this background reaches 9.61:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.19:1.
What colors go well with #4B424D?
Its direct complement is #444D42. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #494D42 and #424D45 gives you contrast without the vibration.