#228EB8 Hex Color Code

#228EB8

The Hexadecimal Color #228EB8 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228EB8 RGB value is rgb(34, 142, 184). RGB Color Model of #228EB8 consists of 13% red, 55% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #228EB8 has 197°(degrees) Hue, 69% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #228EB8 color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228EB8 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228EB8 is #28B. The Closest Color to #228EB8 is #4682B4. Official Name of #228EB8 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228EB8 is 82 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 28 Black and #228EB8 CMY is 82, 23, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228EB8 is hsl(197,69,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 82, 72). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228EB8 is 18.98, 23.14, 48.81.
Hex8 Value of #228EB8 is #228EB8FF. Decimal Value of #228EB8 is 2264760 and Octal Value of #228EB8 is 10507270. Binary Value of #228EB8 is 100010, 10001110, 10111000 and Android of #228EB8 is 4280454840 / 0xff228eb8. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228EB8 is 0.209, 0.255, 0.255 and YIQ Color Space of #228EB8 is 114.496, -77.8518, -9.7716. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228EB8 is 15.92, 26.22, 48.37. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228EB8 is 55.22, -14.72, -30.28. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228EB8 is 55.22, -35.68, -44.5. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228EB8 is 55.22, 33.67, 244.07. Hunter Lab variable of #228EB8 is 48.1, -13.75, -26.49.

#228EB8 - Boston Blue Color Image
#228EB8 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228EB8

RGB Percentages of #228EB8

13%
55%
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 #228EB8

13.33%
37.96%
72.16%

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 #228EB8

82%
23%
0%
28%

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 #228EB8

To get 25% Saturated #228EB8 Color, you need to convert the hex color #228EB8 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 #228EB8 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 #228EB8

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 #228EB8

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 #228EB8

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 #228EB8 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #228EB8 to it's the darkest color.

#228EB8 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 142, 184)
RGB Percent 13%, 55%, 72%
RYB 34.0, 96.79, 184.0
CMYK 82, 23, 0, 28
CMY 82, 23, 0
HSL hsl(197, 69%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(197, 69%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 82, 72)
XYZ 18.98, 23.14, 48.81
Hex8 Value #228EB8FF
Decimal Value 2264760
Octal Value 10507270
Binary Value 100010,10001110,10111000
Android 4280454840 / 0xff228eb8
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 69%, 43%)
xyY 0.209, 0.255, 23.144
YIQ 114.496, -77.8518, -9.7716
LMS 15.92, 26.22, 48.37
CieLAB 55.22, -14.72, -30.28
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.22, -35.68, -44.5
CieLCH : LCHab 55.22, 33.67, 244.07
Hunter Lab 48.1, -13.75, -26.49
YUV 114.496, 34.19, -70.62
YDbDr 114.496, 104.59, 153.08
YCbCr 114.33, 162.46, 77.56
YCoCg 125.5, 109.0, 16.5
YPbPr 114.5, 39.22, -57.42
Munsell Color System 11284.62 257.39/221.05

#228EB8 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228EB8 as Background:

The search for extra-terrestrial life is a failure until that moment when it suddenly becomes a success.

Seth Shostak
<p style="background: #228EB8">…</p>

#228EB8 as Text Color:

I was always afraid of things that worked the first time. Long experience proved that there were great drawbacks found generally before they could be got commercial; but here was something there was no doubt of.

Thomas A. Edison
<p style="color: #228EB8">…</p>

#228EB8 as Text Shadow:

First get a clear notion of what you desire to accomplish and then in all probability you will succeed in doing it.

Henry Maudslay
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228EB8">…</p>

#228EB8 as Linear Gradient:

Now is the time to be bold. It is easy when the wind is at your back. But the real test is now when the wind is in our face. That's when we find out if we are tough enough. Inspired enough, committed enough.

Karl Rove
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228EB8)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228EB8?

RGB Value for #228EB8 is rgb(34, 142, 184).

What is the RGB percentage of #228EB8?

RGB percentage for #228EB8 is 13% Red 55% Green 72% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #228EB8?

CMYK Color Model of #228EB8 is 82 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 28 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228EB8?

HSL Value of #228EB8 is 197°(degrees) Hue 69 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228EB8?

HSV Value of #228EB8 is 197 Hue 82 Saturation 72 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228EB8?

XYZ Color Model of #228EB8 is 18.98, 23.14, 48.81.