#228AB4 Hex Color Code

#228AB4

The Hexadecimal Color #228AB4 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228AB4 RGB value is rgb(34, 138, 180). RGB Color Model of #228AB4 consists of 13% red, 54% green and 70% blue. HSL color Mode of #228AB4 has 197°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #228AB4 color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228AB4 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228AB4 is #28B. The Closest Color to #228AB4 is #4682B4. Official Name of #228AB4 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228AB4 is 81 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black and #228AB4 CMY is 81, 23, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228AB4 is hsl(197,68,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 81, 71). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228AB4 is 17.98, 21.81, 46.43.
Hex8 Value of #228AB4 is #228AB4FF. Decimal Value of #228AB4 is 2263732 and Octal Value of #228AB4 is 10505264. Binary Value of #228AB4 is 100010, 10001010, 10110100 and Android of #228AB4 is 4280453812 / 0xff228ab4. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228AB4 is 0.209, 0.253, 0.253 and YIQ Color Space of #228AB4 is 111.692, -75.4682, -8.9256. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228AB4 is 15.01, 24.65, 46.01. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228AB4 is 53.82, -13.94, -30.15. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228AB4 is 53.82, -34.55, -44.18. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228AB4 is 53.82, 33.22, 245.19. Hunter Lab variable of #228AB4 is 46.7, -13.0, -26.25.

#228AB4 - Boston Blue Color Image
#228AB4 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228AB4

RGB Percentages of #228AB4

13%
54%
70%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #228AB4

13.33%
37.15%
70.59%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #228AB4

81%
23%
0%
29%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #228AB4

To get 25% Saturated #228AB4 Color, you need to convert the hex color #228AB4 to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #228AB4 hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #228AB4

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #228AB4

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #228AB4

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #228AB4 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #228AB4 to it's the darkest color.

#228AB4 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 138, 180)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 70%
RYB 34.0, 94.74, 180.0
CMYK 81, 23, 0, 29
CMY 81, 23, 0
HSL hsl(197, 68%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(197, 68%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 81, 71)
XYZ 17.98, 21.81, 46.43
Hex8 Value #228AB4FF
Decimal Value 2263732
Octal Value 10505264
Binary Value 100010,10001010,10110100
Android 4280453812 / 0xff228ab4
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 68%, 42%)
xyY 0.209, 0.253, 21.81
YIQ 111.692, -75.4682, -8.9256
LMS 15.01, 24.65, 46.01
CieLAB 53.82, -13.94, -30.15
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.82, -34.55, -44.18
CieLCH : LCHab 53.82, 33.22, 245.19
Hunter Lab 46.7, -13.0, -26.25
YUV 111.692, 33.6, -68.16
YDbDr 111.692, 102.79, 147.75
YCbCr 111.92, 161.86, 79.32
YCoCg 122.5, 107.0, 15.5
YPbPr 111.69, 38.55, -55.42
Munsell Color System 11172.98 261.85/221.61

#228AB4 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228AB4 as Background:

I have realized that the past and future are real illusions, that they exist in the present, which is what there is and all there is.

Alan Watts
<p style="background: #228AB4">…</p>

#228AB4 as Text Color:

Lust is what keeps you wanting to do it even when you have no desire to be with each other. Love is what makes you want to be with each other even when you have no desire to do it.

Judith Viorst
<p style="color: #228AB4">…</p>

#228AB4 as Text Shadow:

Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.

William Arthur Ward
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228AB4">…</p>

#228AB4 as Linear Gradient:

Personality is the glitter that sends your little gleam across the footlights and the orchestra pit into that big black space where the audience is.

Mae West
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228AB4)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228AB4?

RGB Value for #228AB4 is rgb(34, 138, 180).

What is the RGB percentage of #228AB4?

RGB percentage for #228AB4 is 13% Red 54% Green 70% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #228AB4?

CMYK Color Model of #228AB4 is 81 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228AB4?

HSL Value of #228AB4 is 197°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228AB4?

HSV Value of #228AB4 is 197 Hue 81 Saturation 71 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228AB4?

XYZ Color Model of #228AB4 is 17.98, 21.81, 46.43.