#495057
A dark, muted neutral closely aligning with Darkslategray.
About #495057
The hex code #495057 represents a beautifully specific shade of neutral. If you're using CSS, you might find it aligns closely with Darkslategray. To achieve this exact tint on a monitor, you would use an RGB mix of 73, 80, and 87.
For print applications, it's crucial to understand its CMYK makeup. This specific hue requires a mix of 16% C, 8% M, 0% Y, and 66% K. Always request a physical proof before doing a large print run with this exact code.
When using this color as a background, text legibility must be considered. Because it is a dark color, it is generally recommended to use #FFFFFF text. Be sure to check our contrast matrix below to see exactly how it performs against common backgrounds.