1. grays
2. neutral-muteds
3. Dover Grey

Color Dover Grey gray (#848585):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Dover Grey gray (#848585):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
grays

grays Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
neutral

Chromaticity:
near-grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Dover Grey / #848585

The HTML HEX code is #848585. The corresponding color name is "Dover Grey". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 132%, Green (G): 133%, Blue (B): 133%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 1%, Magenta (M): 0%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 48%. In the HSL color space, #848585 has a hue of 180°, saturation of 0%, and lightness of 52%. The HSV representation is 180° for hue, 1% for saturation, and 52% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 55, a* (green to red) = 0, and b* (blue to yellow) = 0. The XYZ representation is X: 22, Y: 23, Z: 26. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.5204, U (chrominance) = 0.0006, and V (chrominance) = -0.0024.

The decimal value of the color is 8684933. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #999999. Variations of the colour are #B8B8B8 for a 20% lighter version and #525252 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #848585, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 6566 Kelvin (6566K).

The approximate wavelength of #848585 is around 500.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Dover Grey (Hex: #848585): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Dover Grey (#848585) is a nuanced shade that resembles weathered stones found along coastal cliffs. This color evokes a sense of tranquility and timelessness, much like pebbles polished by the ebb and flow of the ocean waves. Dover Grey harmonizes effortlessly with earthy elements, making it an ideal choice for interior design inspired by rustic elegance. Pairing it with natural textiles like linen or jute further enhances its connection to nature. This versatile color conveys a subtle sophistication, allowing it to blend seamlessly with a range of aesthetics, from minimalist designs to cozy coastal retreats.

Tints and Shades of #848585 HEX color (Dover Grey)

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 #848585, 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
• #E0E1E1
• #C2C2C2
• #A3A4A4
• #848585
• #636464
• #424343
• #212121
• #000000

Tones of Dover Grey (#848585 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #848585, #828383 is the less saturated color, while #848585 is the most saturated one.

• #828383
• #838484
• #838484
• #848585
• #848585
• #454646
• #3b3c3c
• #323232
• #282929

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #848585;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #848585; }

.text {color:#848585;}

.background {background-color:#848585;}

.border {border:1px solid #848585;}