#3D3D3D
- RGB
- 61, 61, 61
- Brightness
- 61.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 0°, 0%, 24%
- HSV V %
- 24%
- Lab
- 25.8, 0.0, 0.0
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 0%, 76%
- PNG size
- 4.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very dark, muted warm hue
Recommended text: White (10.86:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #3D3D3D
Common Name: Graphite Grey
RGB: 61, 61, 61
HSL: 0, 0%, 24%
Contrast with White: 4.5 (Passes AA)
Contrast with Black: 8.5 (Passes AA)
Notable Close Matches
- Behr Paint - Madison Avenue (#3C3D3D) ΔE=0.46
- Kilz Paint - True Black (#3D3D3D) ΔE=0.00
- Dulux Heritage - Ravens Flight (#343639) ΔE=3.90
- Pantone Fashion Home Interiors - Unexplored (#3B3D3C) ΔE=1.14
Mood
This color evokes a subtle, sophisticated sense of depth, often associated with strength and modernity. It carries a timeless appeal, suitable for settings that require a neutral yet bold visual impact. Popular in high-end design, its use in both interior and exterior design conveys professionalism, elegance, and understated luxury.
Why Designers Use It
Graphite Grey is widely favored in interior design for its ability to act as a versatile background that complements a variety of other colors. It offers a contemporary aesthetic, making it popular in the design of modern offices, luxurious hotels, and premium automobiles. Its industrial, slightly metallic feel is often used to suggest strength and resilience, while still being elegant and understated. This color also features in the tech industry, including electronics and computer hardware, due to its ability to evoke sophistication and functionality. Designers often use it for minimalist designs, pairing it with brighter accent colors to balance the starkness of the shade.