#A0998F
- Brightness
- 154.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 35°, 8%, 59%
- HSV V %
- 63%
- Lab
- 63.5, 0.8, 6.2
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 4%, 11%, 37%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (7.45:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #A0998F
Common Name: Stone Grey Taupe
RGB: 160, 153, 143
HSL: ~35°, 8%, 59%
Contrast Ratio:
Vs White: 5.3 (AA Pass - normal text)
Vs Black: 8.1 (AAA Pass - normal text)
Mood & Impression:
This muted, warm neutral evokes a grounded, calm atmosphere that feels timeless and balanced. It's a popular choice in visual arts and design for creating subtle sophistication without overpowering brighter elements. The color carries an earthy quietude, often linked to natural stone and aged wood textures, making it a trusted go-to in refined and understated palettes.
Notable Named Matches:
- Sherwin-Williams Pavestone #A0998F — Exact match (ΔE=0.00)
- Australian Standard AS2700 Homebush Grey #A09991 — Very close (ΔE=1.11)
- Dulux Trade Dusted Moss 1 #9F9B90 — Close earthy tone (ΔE=1.40)
- Little Greene LG 246 Dolphin #A09893 — Similar muted taupe (ΔE=2.80)
- Pantone Premium Metallics 10370 C #A1988F — Metallic hint with ΔE=0.98
Why Designers Use It.
This color's subtle warmth and natural neutrality make it a perennial favorite in visual art and design. It blends effortlessly into many contexts—from architecture to textiles—because it references organic elements like stone, soil, and weathered wood. The soft earthiness invites a sense of stability and quiet luxury without demanding attention, which helps maintain balance in complex visual compositions.
It's especially favored in interior design for calming spaces and in branding where sophistication and timelessness matter. The color's mild saturation and medium brightness give it a versatile role, fitting alongside both modern minimalism and classic styles. Its contrast ratios ensure legibility on light and dark backgrounds, enhancing accessibility in digital and print media.
In industry, this shade often appears in coatings, fashion, and product design, linking to natural durability and subtle elegance. There is also an undercurrent of its appeal in environmental and sustainable design trends, as it mimics earth tones that feel authentic and organic. In visual arts, it helps frame or ground more vibrant colors without overwhelming them.