Charcoal#36454F
RGB(54, 69, 79) • HSL(204°, 19%, 26%) • CMYK(32%, 13%, 0%, 69%)
Color Values
About Charcoal
Charcoal (#36454F) is a dark, muted blue color. With RGB values of 54, 69, 79 and an HSL of 204°, 19%, 26%, it sits in the gray family of colors. This hue is commonly used in design contexts that call for a dark gray tone.
The HEX code #36454F translates to red 54, green 69, blue 79 in RGB notation — a standard color model used in digital displays and web development. In HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) notation, this color is represented as 204°, 19%, 26%, making it easy to create systematic tints and shades by adjusting the lightness value.
For print design, Charcoal converts to a CMYK value of 32% Cyan, 13% Magenta, 0% Yellow, and 69% Key (Black). Always verify CMYK values with your printer, as on-screen colors may differ slightly from physical prints due to gamut differences between RGB and CMYK color spaces.
Using Charcoal in Design
- •Charcoal works well as a strong accent or headline color against light backgrounds.
- •Apply it to call-to-action buttons or navigation elements to create visual weight and hierarchy.
- •Neutrals are the backbone of good design — use them to balance bold colors and ensure readability.
- •When using Charcoal in web design, always verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure accessibility for all users.