1. grays
2. neutral-muteds
3. Quiet Shade

Color Quiet Shade gray (#686970):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Quiet Shade gray (#686970):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
grays

grays Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
near-grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Quiet Shade / #686970

The HTML HEX code is #686970. The corresponding color name is "Quiet Shade". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 104%, Green (G): 105%, Blue (B): 112%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 7%, Magenta (M): 6%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 56%. In the HSL color space, #686970 has a hue of 233°, saturation of 4%, and lightness of 42%. The HSV representation is 233° for hue, 7% for saturation, and 44% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 45, a* (green to red) = 1, and b* (blue to yellow) = -4. The XYZ representation is X: 14, Y: 14, Z: 17. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.4137, U (chrominance) = 0.0125, and V (chrominance) = -0.0052.

The decimal value of the color is 6842736. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #666666. Variations of the colour are #9A9BA2 for a 20% lighter version and #36363A for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #686970, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 7286 Kelvin (7286K).

The approximate wavelength of #686970 is around 473.50nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Quiet Shade (Hex: #686970): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Quiet Shade (#686970) is a color reminiscent of smooth pebbles found on a serene riverbank. Its cool gray undertones evoke the tranquility of a misty morning by a secluded lake, providing a sense of calm and relaxation. This color shares similarities with ancient stone statues, as well as polished granite countertops in contemporary kitchens. Its versatility and subtlety make it an ideal choice for creating a soothing ambiance in various settings, such as spas, meditation rooms, or minimalist interior designs.

Tints and Shades of #686970 HEX color (Quiet Shade)

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 #686970, 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
• #D9DADB
• #B4B4B8
• #8E8F94
• #686970
• #4E4F54
• #343538
• #1A1A1C
• #000000

Tones of Quiet Shade (#686970 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #686970, #727276 is the less saturated color, while #686970 is the most saturated one.

• #727276
• #6f7075
• #6d6e73
• #6a6b72
• #686970
• #373737
• #2b2b2b
• #1e1e1e
• #121212

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #686970;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #686970; }

.text {color:#686970;}

.background {background-color:#686970;}

.border {border:1px solid #686970;}