DarkCharcoal#4A4A4A
RGB(74, 74, 74) • HSL(0°, 0%, 29%) • CMYK(0%, 0%, 0%, 71%)
Color Values
About DarkCharcoal
DarkCharcoal (#4A4A4A) is a dark, muted red color. With RGB values of 74, 74, 74 and an HSL of 0°, 0%, 29%, it sits in the gray family of colors. This hue is commonly used in design contexts that call for a dark gray tone.
The HEX code #4A4A4A translates to red 74, green 74, blue 74 in RGB notation — a standard color model used in digital displays and web development. In HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) notation, this color is represented as 0°, 0%, 29%, making it easy to create systematic tints and shades by adjusting the lightness value.
For print design, DarkCharcoal converts to a CMYK value of 0% Cyan, 0% Magenta, 0% Yellow, and 71% Key (Black). Always verify CMYK values with your printer, as on-screen colors may differ slightly from physical prints due to gamut differences between RGB and CMYK color spaces.
Using DarkCharcoal in Design
- •DarkCharcoal works well as a strong accent or headline color against light backgrounds.
- •Apply it to call-to-action buttons or navigation elements to create visual weight and hierarchy.
- •Neutrals are the backbone of good design — use them to balance bold colors and ensure readability.
- •When using DarkCharcoal in web design, always verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure accessibility for all users.