#228BB6 Hex Color Code

#228BB6

The Hexadecimal Color #228BB6 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228BB6 RGB value is rgb(34, 139, 182). RGB Color Model of #228BB6 consists of 13% red, 54% green and 71% blue. HSL color Mode of #228BB6 has 197°(degrees) Hue, 69% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #228BB6 color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228BB6 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228BB6 is #28B. The Closest Color to #228BB6 is #4682B4. Official Name of #228BB6 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228BB6 is 81 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black and #228BB6 CMY is 81, 24, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228BB6 is hsl(197,69,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 81, 71). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228BB6 is 18.33, 22.18, 47.56.
Hex8 Value of #228BB6 is #228BB6FF. Decimal Value of #228BB6 is 2263990 and Octal Value of #228BB6 is 10505666. Binary Value of #228BB6 is 100010, 10001011, 10110110 and Android of #228BB6 is 4280454070 / 0xff228bb6. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228BB6 is 0.208, 0.252, 0.252 and YIQ Color Space of #228BB6 is 112.507, -76.3854, -8.8259. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228BB6 is 15.24, 25.04, 47.13. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228BB6 is 54.22, -13.79, -30.68. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228BB6 is 54.22, -34.77, -45.13. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228BB6 is 54.22, 33.64, 245.8. Hunter Lab variable of #228BB6 is 47.1, -12.94, -26.91.

#228BB6 - Boston Blue Color Image
#228BB6 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228BB6

RGB Percentages of #228BB6

13%
54%
71%

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 #228BB6

13.33%
37.42%
71.37%

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 #228BB6

81%
24%
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 #228BB6

To get 25% Saturated #228BB6 Color, you need to convert the hex color #228BB6 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 #228BB6 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 #228BB6

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 #228BB6

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 #228BB6

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 #228BB6 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #228BB6 to it's the darkest color.

#228BB6 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 139, 182)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 71%
RYB 34.0, 95.42, 182.0
CMYK 81, 24, 0, 29
CMY 81, 24, 0
HSL hsl(197, 69%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(197, 69%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 81, 71)
XYZ 18.33, 22.18, 47.56
Hex8 Value #228BB6FF
Decimal Value 2263990
Octal Value 10505666
Binary Value 100010,10001011,10110110
Android 4280454070 / 0xff228bb6
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 69%, 42%)
xyY 0.208, 0.252, 22.18
YIQ 112.507, -76.3854, -8.8259
LMS 15.24, 25.04, 47.13
CieLAB 54.22, -13.79, -30.68
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.22, -34.77, -45.13
CieLCH : LCHab 54.22, 33.64, 245.8
Hunter Lab 47.1, -12.94, -26.91
YUV 112.507, 34.18, -68.88
YDbDr 112.507, 104.57, 149.3
YCbCr 112.62, 162.45, 78.81
YCoCg 123.5, 108.0, 15.5
YPbPr 112.51, 39.22, -56.0
Munsell Color System 11204.48 261.93/221.82

#228BB6 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228BB6 as Background:

I am a big believer that you have to nourish any relationship. I am still very much a part of my friends' lives and they are very much a part of my life. A First Lady who does not have this source of strength and comfort can lose perspective and become isolated.

Nancy Reagan
<p style="background: #228BB6">…</p>

#228BB6 as Text Color:

Neatness begets order; but from order to taste there is the same difference as from taste to genius, or from love to friendship.

Johann Kaspar Lavater
<p style="color: #228BB6">…</p>

#228BB6 as Text Shadow:

The key to success is letting the relationships in your life grow to the highest levels they possibly can . . . not putting yourself first in life and remembering that the more you give away, the more you have.

Christopher Reeve
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228BB6">…</p>

#228BB6 as Linear Gradient:

When I came home for the summer after my first year of college, I told my mother that my best friend and I were driving to California. She laughed out loud - 2,000 miles in a what? Well, my best friend had an old Chevy. What could go wrong?

Jane Smiley
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228BB6)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228BB6?

RGB Value for #228BB6 is rgb(34, 139, 182).

What is the RGB percentage of #228BB6?

RGB percentage for #228BB6 is 13% Red 54% Green 71% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #228BB6?

CMYK Color Model of #228BB6 is 81 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228BB6?

HSL Value of #228BB6 is 197°(degrees) Hue 69 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228BB6?

HSV Value of #228BB6 is 197 Hue 81 Saturation 71 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228BB6?

XYZ Color Model of #228BB6 is 18.33, 22.18, 47.56.