MDGrey800#424242
RGB(66, 66, 66) • HSL(0°, 0%, 26%) • CMYK(0%, 0%, 0%, 74%)
Color Values
About MDGrey800
MDGrey800 (#424242) is a dark, muted red color. With RGB values of 66, 66, 66 and an HSL of 0°, 0%, 26%, 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 #424242 translates to red 66, green 66, blue 66 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%, 26%, making it easy to create systematic tints and shades by adjusting the lightness value.
For print design, MDGrey800 converts to a CMYK value of 0% Cyan, 0% Magenta, 0% Yellow, and 74% 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 MDGrey800 in Design
- •MDGrey800 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 MDGrey800 in web design, always verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure accessibility for all users.