#787B79
- Brightness
- 121.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 140°, 1%, 48%
- HSV V %
- 48%
- Lab
- 51.3, -1.5, 0.7
- CMYK (%)
- 2%, 0%, 2%, 52%
- PNG size
- 6.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (4.91:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #787B79
Common Name: Slate Gray
RGB: 120, 123, 121
HSL: 120°, 1%, 48%
Contrast: White: 60.1:1 (Pass AA) Black: 6.0:1 (Pass AA)
Mood: This color evokes a sense of understated sophistication and calmness. It is versatile, blending seamlessly with both contemporary and traditional design styles. Ideal for environments that require a neutral but elegant presence, it provides a serene backdrop while maintaining a subtle depth.
Notable Close Matches:
- Behr Paint - Slate Gray Gloss #787B78 (ΔE=0.58)
- Benjamin Moore - Amherst Gray #767771 (ΔE=2.90)
- Dunn-Edwards - Legendary Gray #787976 (ΔE=1.18)
- Hempel Paints - #797B7A (ΔE=0.72)
Why Designers Use It:
This muted, grayish tone is often used for its neutrality, making it an ideal choice for sophisticated interior design, especially in spaces where subtlety is key. Its balanced tone can work as a background or accent color, offering a refined look in various industries, including furniture design, automotive, and even interior finishes for office spaces.
Its popularity in industrial design and architecture stems from its ability to convey stability and professionalism without overwhelming other elements in the space. It’s not flashy, but it’s timeless. Often associated with modern office buildings, this color finds its home in urban environments and high-tech product design.
In addition to design, some sectors like transportation (such as railway vehicles) and even military use it for its restrained nature, making it perfect for environments that require durability and functionality. Its soft and balanced appearance also resonates with minimalist and Scandinavian design trends, where simplicity and elegance are valued over vibrant contrasts.