#228CBA Hex Color Code

#228CBA

The Hexadecimal Color #228CBA is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228CBA RGB value is rgb(34, 140, 186). RGB Color Model of #228CBA consists of 13% red, 54% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #228CBA has 198°(degrees) Hue, 69% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #228CBA color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228CBA is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228CBA is #28B. The Closest Color to #228CBA is #4682B4. Official Name of #228CBA Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228CBA is 82 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #228CBA CMY is 82, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228CBA is hsl(198,69,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 82, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228CBA is 18.9, 22.64, 49.82.
Hex8 Value of #228CBA is #228CBAFF. Decimal Value of #228CBA is 2264250 and Octal Value of #228CBA is 10506272. Binary Value of #228CBA is 100010, 10001100, 10111010 and Android of #228CBA is 4280454330 / 0xff228cba. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228CBA is 0.207, 0.248, 0.248 and YIQ Color Space of #228CBA is 113.55, -77.9452, -8.1038. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228CBA is 15.49, 25.44, 49.36. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228CBA is 54.7, -12.9, -32.22. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228CBA is 54.7, -34.85, -47.8. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228CBA is 54.7, 34.71, 248.18. Hunter Lab variable of #228CBA is 47.58, -12.37, -28.77.

#228CBA - Boston Blue Color Image
#228CBA - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228CBA

RGB Percentages of #228CBA

13%
54%
72%

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 #228CBA

13.33%
37.82%
72.94%

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 #228CBA

82%
25%
0%
27%

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 #228CBA

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

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 #228CBA

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 #228CBA

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

#228CBA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 140, 186)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 72%
RYB 34.0, 96.45, 186.0
CMYK 82, 25, 0, 27
CMY 82, 25, 0
HSL hsl(198, 69%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(198, 69%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 82, 73)
XYZ 18.9, 22.64, 49.82
Hex8 Value #228CBAFF
Decimal Value 2264250
Octal Value 10506272
Binary Value 100010,10001100,10111010
Android 4280454330 / 0xff228cba
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 69%, 43%)
xyY 0.207, 0.248, 22.639
YIQ 113.55, -77.9452, -8.1038
LMS 15.49, 25.44, 49.36
CieLAB 54.7, -12.9, -32.22
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.7, -34.85, -47.8
CieLCH : LCHab 54.7, 34.71, 248.18
Hunter Lab 47.58, -12.37, -28.77
YUV 113.55, 35.64, -69.79
YDbDr 113.55, 109.02, 151.28
YCbCr 113.52, 163.92, 78.16
YCoCg 125.0, 110.0, 15.0
YPbPr 113.55, 40.89, -56.74
Munsell Color System 11242.08 264.39/222.67

#228CBA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228CBA as Background:

Keep in mind that part of growing up is dealing with difficult issues, and the benefits can be great if you have the courage to ask for help. Human beings are not designed to go through life alone. No one has to bear the burden of tough times all by themselves.

Jack Canfield
<p style="background: #228CBA">…</p>

#228CBA as Text Color:

The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, not the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship; it is the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when you discover that someone else believes in you and is willing to trust you with a friendship.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="color: #228CBA">…</p>

#228CBA as Text Shadow:

I am not alone at all, I thought. I was never alone at all. And that, of course, is the message of Christmas. We are never alone. Not when the night is darkest, the wind coldest, the world seemingly most indifferent. For this is still the time God chooses.

Taylor Caldwell
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228CBA">…</p>

#228CBA as Linear Gradient:

Our parents, our children, our spouses, and our friends will continue to press every button we have, until we realize what it is that we don't want to know about ourselves, yet. They will point us to our freedom every time.

Byron Katie
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228CBA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228CBA?

RGB Value for #228CBA is rgb(34, 140, 186).

What is the RGB percentage of #228CBA?

RGB percentage for #228CBA is 13% Red 54% Green 72% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #228CBA is 82 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228CBA?

HSL Value of #228CBA is 198°(degrees) Hue 69 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228CBA?

HSV Value of #228CBA is 198 Hue 82 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228CBA?

XYZ Color Model of #228CBA is 18.9, 22.64, 49.82.