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Dark Gray

Hex Code #ACA4A0

Color Analysis Summary

Color #ACA4A0, 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 67% red, 64% green, and 63% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 172, Green: 164, and Blue: 160. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #ACA4A0. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 20°, a saturation of 7%, and a lightness index of 65%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 67%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #ACA4A0 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)172, 164, 160
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)20°, 7%, 65%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)20°, 7%, 67%
CSS Valuergb(172, 164, 160)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.45:1
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 Background8.57:1
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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