1. grays
2. neutral-muteds
3. Graphic Charcoal

Color Graphic Charcoal gray (#5c5e5f):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Graphic Charcoal gray (#5c5e5f):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
grays

grays Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
dark

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
near-grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Graphic Charcoal / #5c5e5f

The HTML HEX code is #5c5e5f. The corresponding color name is "Graphic Charcoal". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 92%, Green (G): 94%, Blue (B): 95%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 3%, Magenta (M): 1%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 63%. In the HSL color space, #5c5e5f has a hue of 200°, saturation of 2%, and lightness of 37%. The HSV representation is 200° for hue, 3% for saturation, and 37% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 40, a* (green to red) = -1, and b* (blue to yellow) = -1. The XYZ representation is X: 10, Y: 11, Z: 12. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.3667, U (chrominance) = 0.0029, and V (chrominance) = -0.0052.

The decimal value of the color is 6053471. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #666666. Variations of the colour are #8F9294 for a 20% lighter version and #2A2C2C for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #5c5e5f, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 6775 Kelvin (6775K).

The approximate wavelength of #5c5e5f is around 490.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Graphic Charcoal (Hex: #5c5e5f): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The hex color #5c5e5f, known as Graphic Charcoal, resembles the deep gray hue found in a smoldering bonfire. This shade evokes the raw power and intense heat of burning embers. It captures the essence of volcanic ash, reminiscent of the aftermath of a volcanic eruption. Graphic Charcoal mirrors the rugged texture of weathered rocks, conveying a sense of strength and durability. This color also bears similarities to the sleek, polished surface of graphite, reflecting its versatility and ability to leave a lasting mark.

Tints and Shades of #5c5e5f HEX color (Graphic Charcoal)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #5c5e5f, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #D6D7D7
• #AEAFAF
• #858687
• #5c5e5f
• #454747
• #2E2F30
• #171818
• #000000

Tones of Graphic Charcoal (#5c5e5f HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #5c5e5f, #6a6c6c is the less saturated color, while #5c5e5f is the most saturated one.

• #6a6c6c
• #676869
• #636566
• #606162
• #5c5e5f
• #333333
• #262626
• #1a1a1a
• #0d0d0d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #5c5e5f;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #5c5e5f; }

.text {color:#5c5e5f;}

.background {background-color:#5c5e5f;}

.border {border:1px solid #5c5e5f;}