#228CBF Hex Color Code

#228CBF

The Hexadecimal Color #228CBF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228CBF RGB value is rgb(34, 140, 191). RGB Color Model of #228CBF consists of 13% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #228CBF has 199°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #228CBF color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228CBF is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228CBF is #28B. The Closest Color to #228CBF is #4682B4. Official Name of #228CBF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228CBF is 82 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #228CBF CMY is 82, 27, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228CBF is hsl(199,70,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 82, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228CBF is 19.44, 22.86, 52.67.
Hex8 Value of #228CBF is #228CBFFF. Decimal Value of #228CBF is 2264255 and Octal Value of #228CBF is 10506277. Binary Value of #228CBF is 100010, 10001100, 10111111 and Android of #228CBF is 4280454335 / 0xff228cbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228CBF is 0.205, 0.241, 0.241 and YIQ Color Space of #228CBF is 114.12, -79.5517, -6.5478. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228CBF is 15.51, 25.45, 52.16. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228CBF is 54.93, -11.13, -34.71. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228CBF is 54.93, -34.56, -52.1. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228CBF is 54.93, 36.45, 252.22. Hunter Lab variable of #228CBF is 47.81, -11.09, -31.85.

#228CBF - Boston Blue Color Image
#228CBF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228CBF

RGB Percentages of #228CBF

13%
54%
74%

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 #228CBF

13.33%
38.15%
74.9%

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 #228CBF

82%
27%
0%
25%

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 #228CBF

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

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 #228CBF

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 #228CBF

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

#228CBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 140, 191)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 74%
RYB 34.0, 97.28, 191.0
CMYK 82, 27, 0, 25
CMY 82, 27, 0
HSL hsl(199, 70%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(199, 70%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 82, 75)
XYZ 19.44, 22.86, 52.67
Hex8 Value #228CBFFF
Decimal Value 2264255
Octal Value 10506277
Binary Value 100010,10001100,10111111
Android 4280454335 / 0xff228cbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 70%, 44%)
xyY 0.205, 0.241, 22.855
YIQ 114.12, -79.5517, -6.5478
LMS 15.51, 25.45, 52.16
CieLAB 54.93, -11.13, -34.71
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.93, -34.56, -52.1
CieLCH : LCHab 54.93, 36.45, 252.22
Hunter Lab 47.81, -11.09, -31.85
YUV 114.12, 37.82, -70.29
YDbDr 114.12, 115.68, 152.37
YCbCr 114.01, 166.11, 77.8
YCoCg 126.25, 112.5, 13.75
YPbPr 114.12, 43.39, -57.15
Munsell Color System 11258.35 270.32/224.17

#228CBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228CBF as Background:

He didn't come out of my belly, but my God, I've made his bones, because I've attended to every meal, and how he sleeps, and the fact that he swims like a fish because I took him to the ocean. I'm so proud of all those things. But he is my biggest pride.

John Lennon
<p style="background: #228CBF">…</p>

#228CBF as Text Color:

Oceans are one of the most important things in the world now and that is a national security threat of the United States of America, to be honest with you. That is why seeing the habitat destroyed is so short-sighted by us.

Ian Somerhalder
<p style="color: #228CBF">…</p>

#228CBF as Text Shadow:

I've always been more interested in organisms that can move on their own than in stationary plants. But when I canoe or hike along the edge of lakes or oceans and see trees that seem to be growing out of rock faces, I am blown away. How do they do it?

David Suzuki
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228CBF">…</p>

#228CBF as Linear Gradient:

In the months leading up to World War II, there was a tendency among many Americans to talk absently about the trouble in Europe. Nothing that happened an ocean away seemed very threatening.

Gene Tierney
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228CBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228CBF?

RGB Value for #228CBF is rgb(34, 140, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #228CBF?

RGB percentage for #228CBF is 13% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

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

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

What is the HSL value of #228CBF?

HSL Value of #228CBF is 199°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228CBF?

HSV Value of #228CBF is 199 Hue 82 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228CBF?

XYZ Color Model of #228CBF is 19.44, 22.86, 52.67.