#228CAD Hex Color Code

#228CAD

The Hexadecimal Color #228CAD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228CAD RGB value is rgb(34, 140, 173). RGB Color Model of #228CAD consists of 13% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #228CAD has 194°(degrees) Hue, 67% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #228CAD color has an wavelength of 497.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228CAD is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228CAD is #28A. The Closest Color to #228CAD is #4682B4. Official Name of #228CAD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228CAD is 80 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #228CAD CMY is 80, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228CAD is hsl(194,67,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(194, 80, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228CAD is 17.58, 22.11, 42.87.
Hex8 Value of #228CAD is #228CADFF. Decimal Value of #228CAD is 2264237 and Octal Value of #228CAD is 10506255. Binary Value of #228CAD is 100010, 10001100, 10101101 and Android of #228CAD is 4280454317 / 0xff228cad. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228CAD is 0.213, 0.268, 0.268 and YIQ Color Space of #228CAD is 112.068, -73.7683, -12.1494. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228CAD is 15.42, 25.42, 42.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228CAD is 54.14, -17.46, -25.65. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228CAD is 54.14, -35.67, -36.54. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228CAD is 54.14, 31.03, 235.76. Hunter Lab variable of #228CAD is 47.02, -15.55, -21.14.

#228CAD - Boston Blue Color Image
#228CAD - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228CAD

RGB Percentages of #228CAD

13%
54%
67%

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 #228CAD

13.33%
36.92%
67.84%

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 #228CAD

80%
19%
0%
32%

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 #228CAD

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

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 #228CAD

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 #228CAD

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

#228CAD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 140, 173)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 67%
RYB 34.0, 94.14, 173.0
CMYK 80, 19, 0, 32
CMY 80, 19, 0
HSL hsl(194, 67%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(194, 67%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(194, 80, 68)
XYZ 17.58, 22.11, 42.87
Hex8 Value #228CADFF
Decimal Value 2264237
Octal Value 10506255
Binary Value 100010,10001100,10101101
Android 4280454317 / 0xff228cad
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(194, 67%, 41%)
xyY 0.213, 0.268, 22.111
YIQ 112.068, -73.7683, -12.1494
LMS 15.42, 25.42, 42.51
CieLAB 54.14, -17.46, -25.65
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.14, -35.67, -36.54
CieLCH : LCHab 54.14, 31.03, 235.76
Hunter Lab 47.02, -15.55, -21.14
YUV 112.068, 29.97, -68.49
YDbDr 112.068, 91.69, 148.46
YCbCr 112.25, 158.21, 79.09
YCoCg 121.75, 103.5, 18.25
YPbPr 112.07, 34.39, -55.68
Munsell Color System 11201.41 248.82/217.78

#228CAD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228CAD as Background:

Ask those who love Him with a sincere love, and they will tell you that they find no greater or prompter relief amid the troubles of their life than in loving conversation with their Divine Friend.

Alphonsus Liguori
<p style="background: #228CAD">…</p>

#228CAD as Text Color:

To a person in love, the value of the individual is intuitively known. Love needs no logic for its mission.

Charles Lindbergh
<p style="color: #228CAD">…</p>

#228CAD as Text Shadow:

A man has only one escape from his old self: to see a different self in the mirror of some woman's eyes.

Clare Boothe Luce
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228CAD">…</p>

#228CAD as Linear Gradient:

My trust in a higher power that wants me to survive and have love in my life, is what keeps me moving forward.

Kenny Loggins
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228CAD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228CAD?

RGB Value for #228CAD is rgb(34, 140, 173).

What is the RGB percentage of #228CAD?

RGB percentage for #228CAD is 13% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #228CAD is 80 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228CAD?

HSL Value of #228CAD is 194°(degrees) Hue 67 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228CAD?

HSV Value of #228CAD is 194 Hue 80 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228CAD?

XYZ Color Model of #228CAD is 17.58, 22.11, 42.87.