#72686C Hex Color Code

#72686C

The Hexadecimal Color #72686C is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #72686C RGB value is rgb(114, 104, 108). RGB Color Model of #72686C consists of 44% red, 40% green and 42% blue. HSL color Mode of #72686C has 336°(degrees) Hue, 5% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #72686C color has an wavelength of 408.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #72686C is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #72686C is #766. The Closest Color to #72686C is #696969. Official Name of #72686C Hex Code is Sandstone. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #72686C is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 5 Yellow 55 Black and #72686C CMY is 0, 9, 5. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #72686C is hsl(336,5,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(336, 9, 45). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #72686C is 14.6, 14.56, 16.23.
Hex8 Value of #72686C is #72686CFF. Decimal Value of #72686C is 7497836 and Octal Value of #72686C is 34464154. Binary Value of #72686C is 1110010, 1101000, 1101100 and Android of #72686C is 4285687916 / 0xff72686c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #72686C is 0.322, 0.321, 0.321 and YIQ Color Space of #72686C is 107.446, 4.6738, 3.3598. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #72686C is 14.32, 14.54, 16.2. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #72686C is 45.03, 4.74, -0.83. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #72686C is 45.03, 5.55, -1.85. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #72686C is 45.03, 4.81, 350.07. Hunter Lab variable of #72686C is 38.16, 1.52, 1.49.

#72686C - Sandstone Color Image
#72686C - Sandstone Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #72686C

RGB Percentages of #72686C

44%
40%
42%

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 #72686C

44.71%
40.78%
42.35%

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 #72686C

0%
9%
5%
55%

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 #72686C

To get 25% Saturated #72686C Color, you need to convert the hex color #72686C 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 #72686C 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 #72686C

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 #72686C

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 #72686C

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 #72686C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #72686C to it's the darkest color.

#72686C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(114, 104, 108)
RGB Percent 44%, 40%, 42%
RYB 114.0, 104.0, 108.0
CMYK 0, 9, 5, 55
CMY 0, 9, 5
HSL hsl(336, 5%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(336, 5%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(336, 9, 45)
XYZ 14.6, 14.56, 16.23
Hex8 Value #72686CFF
Decimal Value 7497836
Octal Value 34464154
Binary Value 1110010,1101000,1101100
Android 4285687916 / 0xff72686c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(336, 5%, 43%)
xyY 0.322, 0.321, 14.561
YIQ 107.446, 4.6738, 3.3598
LMS 14.32, 14.54, 16.2
CieLAB 45.03, 4.74, -0.83
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.03, 5.55, -1.85
CieLCH : LCHab 45.03, 4.81, 350.07
Hunter Lab 38.16, 1.52, 1.49
YUV 107.446, 0.27, 5.75
YDbDr 107.446, 0.83, -12.46
YCbCr 108.28, 128.27, 132.11
YCoCg 107.5, 111.0, -3.5
YPbPr 107.45, 0.31, 4.67
Munsell Color System 10499.10 36.87/345.23

#72686C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#72686C as Background:

Sixth grade was a big time, in my childhood, of hoops and friendship, and coming up with funny things.

Adam Sandler
<p style="background: #72686C">…</p>

#72686C as Text Color:

Be not forward, but friendly and courteous; the first to salute, hear and answer; and be not pensive when it is time to converse.

George Washington
<p style="color: #72686C">…</p>

#72686C as Text Shadow:

It must be remembered that the sea is a great breeder of friendship. Two men who have known each other for twenty years find that twenty days at sea bring them nearer than ever they were before, or else estrange them.

Gilbert Parker
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #72686C">…</p>

#72686C as Linear Gradient:

The spirit in which a thing is given determines that in which the debt is acknowledged; it's the intention, not the face-value of the gift, that's weighed.

Seneca the Younger
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #72686C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #72686C?

RGB Value for #72686C is rgb(114, 104, 108).

What is the RGB percentage of #72686C?

RGB percentage for #72686C is 44% Red 40% Green 42% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #72686C?

CMYK Color Model of #72686C is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 5 Yellow 55 Black.

What is the HSL value of #72686C?

HSL Value of #72686C is 336°(degrees) Hue 5 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #72686C?

HSV Value of #72686C is 336 Hue 9 Saturation 45 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #72686C?

XYZ Color Model of #72686C is 14.6, 14.56, 16.23.