#B6B0AF
- Brightness
- 177.7
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 9°, 5%, 70%
- HSV V %
- 71%
- Lab
- 72.3, 2.0, 1.3
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 3%, 4%, 29%
- PNG size
- 6.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (9.82:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #B6B0AF
Common Name: Grey
RGB: 182, 176, 175
HSL: 30, 3%, 71%
Contrast Ratio (White): 4.4 (AA Pass)
Contrast Ratio (Black): 12.7 (AA Pass)
Mood: This subtle grey is often associated with calm, neutrality, and understated sophistication. It's a versatile tone, balancing between warm and cool tones, making it a strong candidate for modern, minimalist design. Its subdued nature makes it perfect for backgrounds, giving it the ability to highlight other colors or provide contrast without overwhelming the senses.
Close Matches:
- Benjamin Moore - Stormy Monday (#AFACAB) ΔE=2.06
- Behr - Porpoise (#B7B4B1) ΔE=1.97
- Pantone - Ashes of Roses (#B2ABAC) ΔE=2.07
- RAL - Agate Grey (#B3B4AE) ΔE=3.87
Why Designers Use It:
This grey has a calming and neutral vibe that makes it ideal for interior design, especially in modern, minimalist settings. It's widely used in industries such as architecture, interior decor, and fashion, where it serves as a backdrop to accentuate more vibrant or bold colors. The tone is not only versatile but also timeless, giving designs a sense of maturity and balance. Designers often lean on it for creating sophisticated, understated environments in both public spaces and private homes.
Its popularity spans various regions, especially in Europe and North America, where neutral tones dominate interior trends. As a paint color, it's frequently chosen by brands like Dulux and Behr for its ability to complement wood, metal, and textiles. This particular grey does not just serve as an aesthetic choice but also holds associations with modernity and technology in fields like product design and automotive interiors, reflecting a sense of quiet luxury.