#228CAE Hex Color Code

#228CAE

The Hexadecimal Color #228CAE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228CAE RGB value is rgb(34, 140, 174). RGB Color Model of #228CAE consists of 13% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #228CAE has 195°(degrees) Hue, 67% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #228CAE color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228CAE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228CAE is #28A. The Closest Color to #228CAE is #4682B4. Official Name of #228CAE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228CAE is 80 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #228CAE CMY is 80, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228CAE is hsl(195,67,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 80, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228CAE is 17.67, 22.15, 43.38.
Hex8 Value of #228CAE is #228CAEFF. Decimal Value of #228CAE is 2264238 and Octal Value of #228CAE is 10506256. Binary Value of #228CAE is 100010, 10001100, 10101110 and Android of #228CAE is 4280454318 / 0xff228cae. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228CAE is 0.212, 0.266, 0.266 and YIQ Color Space of #228CAE is 112.182, -74.0896, -11.8382. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228CAE is 15.42, 25.43, 43.01. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228CAE is 54.19, -17.16, -26.16. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228CAE is 54.19, -35.65, -37.4. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228CAE is 54.19, 31.29, 236.74. Hunter Lab variable of #228CAE is 47.06, -15.34, -21.7.

#228CAE - Boston Blue Color Image
#228CAE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228CAE

RGB Percentages of #228CAE

13%
54%
68%

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 #228CAE

13.33%
36.99%
68.24%

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 #228CAE

80%
20%
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 #228CAE

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

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 #228CAE

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 #228CAE

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

#228CAE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 140, 174)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 68%
RYB 34.0, 94.33, 174.0
CMYK 80, 20, 0, 32
CMY 80, 20, 0
HSL hsl(195, 67%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(195, 67%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 80, 68)
XYZ 17.67, 22.15, 43.38
Hex8 Value #228CAEFF
Decimal Value 2264238
Octal Value 10506256
Binary Value 100010,10001100,10101110
Android 4280454318 / 0xff228cae
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 67%, 41%)
xyY 0.212, 0.266, 22.15
YIQ 112.182, -74.0896, -11.8382
LMS 15.42, 25.43, 43.01
CieLAB 54.19, -17.16, -26.16
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.19, -35.65, -37.4
CieLCH : LCHab 54.19, 31.29, 236.74
Hunter Lab 47.06, -15.34, -21.7
YUV 112.182, 30.41, -68.59
YDbDr 112.182, 93.02, 148.68
YCbCr 112.34, 158.64, 79.01
YCoCg 122.0, 104.0, 18.0
YPbPr 112.18, 34.89, -55.76
Munsell Color System 11204.45 250.01/218.21

#228CAE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228CAE as Background:

When you have a knowledge of history, it's very soothing. When there's continuity in your life, it's soothing.

Sandra Bernhard
<p style="background: #228CAE">…</p>

#228CAE as Text Color:

There are two classes [of scientists], those who want to know, and do not care whether others think they know or not, and those who do not much care about knowing, but care very greatly about being reputed as knowing.

Samuel Butler
<p style="color: #228CAE">…</p>

#228CAE as Text Shadow:

Nothing is so powerful as an insight into human nature... what compulsions drive a man, what instincts dominate his action. If you know these things abut a person, you can touch him at the core of his being.

William Bernbach
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228CAE">…</p>

#228CAE as Linear Gradient:

Expertise in one field does not carry over into other fields. But experts often think so. The narrower their field of knowledge the more likely they are to think so.

Robert A. Heinlein
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228CAE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228CAE?

RGB Value for #228CAE is rgb(34, 140, 174).

What is the RGB percentage of #228CAE?

RGB percentage for #228CAE is 13% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #228CAE is 80 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228CAE?

HSL Value of #228CAE is 195°(degrees) Hue 67 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228CAE?

HSV Value of #228CAE is 195 Hue 80 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228CAE?

XYZ Color Model of #228CAE is 17.67, 22.15, 43.38.