#4C4D4F
- RGB
- 76, 77, 79
- Brightness
- 76.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 220°, 2%, 30%
- HSV V %
- 31%
- Lab
- 32.7, 0.0, -1.3
- CMYK (%)
- 4%, 3%, 0%, 69%
- PNG size
- 5.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, muted cool hue
Recommended text: White (8.46:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #4C4D4F
Common Name: Behr Cracked Pepper
RGB: 76, 77, 79
HSL: 0°, 1%, 31%
Contrast vs White: 3.9, AA pass
Contrast vs Black: 6.0, AA pass
Mood: This color strikes a balance between grounded neutrality and modern sophistication, often found in contemporary spaces or designs aiming for subtle elegance. It’s commonly associated with strength, stability, and professional tone, making it a favorite in minimalist or industrial styles.
Close Named Matches:
- Behr: Cracked Pepper #4C4D4F (Exact match)
- Benjamin Moore: Wrought Iron #4A4B4C (ΔE=1.09)
- Sikkens 4041: On.01.26 #4C4D4E (ΔE=0.63)
- Jotun: Tar #46494A (ΔE=2.21)
- RAL 7021: Black grey #47484A (ΔE=2.15)
Why Designers Use It:
This color has a versatile, neutral appeal that suits a wide range of design needs, from corporate environments to home interiors. Designers favor it for its ability to anchor a color palette without overwhelming the space, often pairing it with lighter tones to create contrast or using it to define accents in modern or industrial designs. Its subdued, slightly warm undertone makes it more approachable than cooler greys, helping it maintain an inviting yet professional atmosphere. The color is popular in interior design, graphic design, and product packaging, particularly in sectors aiming for a sleek, modern look, such as technology, automotive, and luxury branding.
Regionally, this shade appears frequently in European design trends, though it is increasingly being embraced in the US as well, where a more subdued, sophisticated style is gaining popularity in home decor and business interiors.