#969A96
- Brightness
- 152.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 120°, 2%, 60%
- HSV V %
- 60%
- Lab
- 63.2, -2.2, 1.6
- CMYK (%)
- 3%, 0%, 3%, 40%
- PNG size
- 5.6 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Black text
7.36:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
2.85:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (7.36:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #969A96
Common Name: Steel Grey
RGB: 150, 154, 150
HSL: 150°, 1%, 60%
Contrast:
- Contrast vs White: 20.1% (AA pass)
- Contrast vs Black: 44.5% (AA pass)
Mood: A subtle, balanced tone, often used in contexts where professionalism and calm are required. Steel Grey evokes a sense of understated elegance, often found in corporate and industrial designs. It provides a neutral yet sturdy presence, making it a reliable choice for many different visual contexts.
Notable Matches:
- Sherwin-Williams – Earl Grey: #969A96 (Exact Match)
- Pantone Solid Coated – 7539 C: #999A98 (ΔE=1.64)
- Behr – Gray Mist: #9A9D99 (ΔE=1.28)
- Benjamin Moore – Rainstorm: #939692 (ΔE=1.49)
- Dulux – Pewter Plate: #9D9E9D (ΔE=2.75)
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is often favored in industries like manufacturing, automotive, and interior design due to its neutral and calming properties. It offers a versatile backdrop for more vibrant accent colors.
- In architecture, Steel Grey can be used to create an industrial or minimalist aesthetic, offering balance between modernity and practicality.
- It is frequently found in corporate branding for its professionalism and sophistication.
- Steel Grey is widely used in automotive and manufacturing sectors, specifically in finishes for car interiors, electronics, and industrial equipment.