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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4C424D — Graphite
#4C424D is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 295° 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 #4C424D
- f8f7f8
- e2dde2
- ccc4cd
- b6abb7
- a091a2
- 8a788c
- 726273
- 594c5a
- 403740
- 272127
- 0e0c0e
Color schemes using #4C424D
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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#4C424D FAQ
What color is #4C424D?
#4C424D is a shade of graphite in the gray family. It has a hue of 295 degrees, 8% saturation and 28% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4C424D?
#4C424D is rgb(76, 66, 77) in RGB, hsl(295, 8%, 28%) in HSL, and cmyk(1%, 14%, 0%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4C424D?
White text on this background reaches 9.57:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.19:1.
What colors go well with #4C424D?
Its direct complement is #434D42. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #484D42 and #424D46 gives you contrast without the vibration.