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Charcoal

#142B31

A deep, muted charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
142B31
RGB
20, 43, 49
HSL
192, 42%, 14%
HSB
192, 59%, 19%
CMYK
59, 12, 0, 81
LAB
16, -8, -7
LCH
16, 10, 221
OKLCH
0.27, 0.03, 217
XYZ
2, 2, 3
LUV
16, -8, -6
HWB
192, 8%, 81%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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