#53514D
- RGB
- 83, 81, 77
- Brightness
- 81.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 40°, 4%, 31%
- HSV V %
- 33%
- Lab
- 34.5, 0.0, 2.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 2%, 7%, 67%
- PNG size
- 5.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, muted warm hue
Recommended text: White (7.92:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #53514D
Common Name: Lead Grey
RGB: (83, 81, 77)
HSL: (45°, 4%, 32%)
Contrast vs White: 3.4 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 13.7 (AAA pass)
Mood: This color exudes sophistication with its subtle muted tone. It's a perfect mix of grey with a tinge of brown, offering a grounded, understated feel. Ideal for creating environments that require depth and elegance without overwhelming the space. Whether used in design or fashion, this color is about subtlety and refined style.
Notable Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - Lead Grey (#5D5B57) - A solid grey hue used extensively in architectural and industrial designs.
- Benjamin Moore - Silhouette (#58514D) - A dark, earthy tone that fits in luxury interiors and modern design themes.
- Behr - Columbian (#54514C) - A rich, deep grey that provides a classy, neutral background for bold contrasts in design.
- Kelly Moore - Dark Moon (#53534D) - A near identical match known for its use in sophisticated and contemporary spaces.
- Trumatch 50-c7 - Trumatch (#6F5041) - A slightly richer variation but still within the grey-brown family.
Why Designers Use It:
This shade of grey is often chosen for its versatility. It's not too light to feel washed out, nor too dark to overpower a space. Its understated elegance makes it a go-to in both commercial and residential design. It pairs effortlessly with bold accent colors or more neutral tones. This color has been particularly popular in minimalistic interiors, where designers look to evoke calm and subtle luxury. It's also used in branding to communicate professionalism and reliability, especially in tech and corporate environments. The muted nature of this color can evoke thoughts of natural materials like stone, metal, or aged wood, giving it a timeless appeal. Its low saturation makes it suitable for creating ambient lighting effects in both modern and vintage settings.