#494242
A dark, muted neutral closely aligning with Darkslategray.
About #494242
The precise color #494242 is an excellent choice for modern design projects. Designers often compare it to the standard color Darkslategray. Its digital footprint relies on 73 parts red, 66 parts green, and 66 parts blue light.
When sending designs containing this color to a printer, the CMYK values come into play. This specific hue requires a mix of 0% C, 10% M, 10% Y, and 71% K. This makes it a relatively dark color when applied to physical surfaces.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) dictate how we should use this color. Because it is a dark color, it is generally recommended to use #FFFFFF text. Always test your color combinations using a contrast checker before publishing.