#242237 Hex Color Code

#242237

The Hexadecimal Color #242237 is a contrast shade of Dark Slate Gray. #242237 RGB value is rgb(36, 34, 55). RGB Color Model of #242237 consists of 14% red, 13% green and 21% blue. HSL color Mode of #242237 has 246°(degrees) Hue, 24% Saturation and 17% Lightness. #242237 color has an wavelength of 465.11111nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #242237 is #333366. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #242237 is #223. The Closest Color to #242237 is #2F4F4F. Official Name of #242237 Hex Code is Steel Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #242237 is 35 Cyan 38 Magenta 0 Yellow 78 Black and #242237 CMY is 35, 38, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #242237 is hsl(246,24,17, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(246, 38, 22). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #242237 is 1.99, 1.79, 3.86.
Hex8 Value of #242237 is #242237FF. Decimal Value of #242237 is 2368055 and Octal Value of #242237 is 11021067. Binary Value of #242237 is 100100, 100010, 110111 and Android of #242237 is 4280558135 / 0xff242237. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #242237 is 0.26, 0.235, 0.235 and YIQ Color Space of #242237 is 36.992, -5.5555, 6.9582. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #242237 is 1.6, 1.66, 3.83. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #242237 is 14.34, 7.01, -13.38. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #242237 is 14.34, -0.17, -13.01. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #242237 is 14.34, 15.11, 297.65. Hunter Lab variable of #242237 is 13.38, 3.14, -7.74.

#242237 - Steel Gray Color Image
#242237 - Steel Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #242237

RGB Percentages of #242237

14%
13%
21%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #242237

14.12%
13.33%
21.57%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #242237

35%
38%
0%
78%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #242237

To get 25% Saturated #242237 Color, you need to convert the hex color #242237 to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #242237 hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #242237

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #242237

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #242237

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #242237 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #242237 to it's the darkest color.

#242237 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(36, 34, 55)
RGB Percent 14%, 13%, 21%
RYB 36.0, 34.0, 55.0
CMYK 35, 38, 0, 78
CMY 35, 38, 0
HSL hsl(246, 24%, 17%)
HSLA hsl(246, 24%, 17%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(246, 38, 22)
XYZ 1.99, 1.79, 3.86
Hex8 Value #242237FF
Decimal Value 2368055
Octal Value 11021067
Binary Value 100100,100010,110111
Android 4280558135 / 0xff242237
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(246, 24%, 17%)
xyY 0.26, 0.235, 1.795
YIQ 36.992, -5.5555, 6.9582
LMS 1.6, 1.66, 3.83
CieLAB 14.34, 7.01, -13.38
CieLUV : LCHuv 14.34, -0.17, -13.01
CieLCH : LCHab 14.34, 15.11, 297.65
Hunter Lab 13.38, 3.14, -7.74
YUV 36.992, 8.86, -0.87
YDbDr 36.992, 27.09, 1.89
YCbCr 47.77, 136.93, 127.38
YCoCg 39.75, 45.5, -5.75
YPbPr 36.99, 10.16, -0.71
Munsell Color System 5602.13 299.18/276.26

#242237 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#242237 as Background:

I loved working when I worked at commercial art and they told you what to do and how to do it and all you had to do was correct it and they'd say yes or no. The hard thing is when you have to dream up the tasteless things to do on your own.

Andy Warhol
<p style="background: #242237">…</p>

#242237 as Text Color:

Life is all too wondrous sweet, and the world is so beautifully bewildered; it is the dream of an intoxicated divinity.

Heinrich Heine
<p style="color: #242237">…</p>

#242237 as Text Shadow:

Just keep trying, and your dreams will come true. But you have to give it all your time, effort, and soul.

Jenny McCarthy
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #242237">…</p>

#242237 as Linear Gradient:

He would dream of discovering a magic optometrist from whom he would purchase a pair of green-tinged spectacles which would correct his regrettable myopia, and after that he would be able to see through the dense, blinding air to the fabulous world beneath.

Salman Rushdie
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #242237)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #242237?

RGB Value for #242237 is rgb(36, 34, 55).

What is the RGB percentage of #242237?

RGB percentage for #242237 is 14% Red 13% Green 21% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #242237?

CMYK Color Model of #242237 is 35 Cyan 38 Magenta 0 Yellow 78 Black.

What is the HSL value of #242237?

HSL Value of #242237 is 246°(degrees) Hue 24 Saturation 17 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #242237?

HSV Value of #242237 is 246 Hue 38 Saturation 22 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #242237?

XYZ Color Model of #242237 is 1.99, 1.79, 3.86.