Concrete
Also known as: Thundersnow , Gazebo Grey , Halation , Light Bleaches
Concrete is a pale, muted gray that reads as balanced and versatile. It earns its place in editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. Set it against a gray accent when you want the combination to pop. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (13.74:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Reference
Concrete color codes
- HEX
- #D2D1CD
- RGB
- rgb(210, 209, 205)
- RGBA
- rgba(210, 209, 205, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(48, 5%, 81%)
- HSV
- hsv(48, 2%, 82%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 0%, 2%, 18%)
- LAB
- lab(83.8 -0.2 2.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(86.0% 0.006 95.1)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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neutral, leaning warm
subtle yellow undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- CSS: lightgray #D3D3D3 · ΔE 2.1
- RAL 7047: Telegrey 4 #CFD0CF · ΔE 1.7 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck. Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Concrete works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Muted enough to paint all four walls; sample it in both daylight and evening light before committing.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Concrete
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →Palettes built from Concrete by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 1.53:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Aa on black
contrast 13.74:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Best text color on a Concrete background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Concrete
Concrete with its complement
Soft neighbors of Concrete
Concrete triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Fog #D6D7D2 · ΔE 1.8
- Kefir #D5D5CE · ΔE 1.9
- Sterling #D1D4D1 · ΔE 2.0
- Pinball #D3D3D3 · ΔE 2.1
- Argento #CECAC3 · ΔE 2.4
- Silverback #CBCBCB · ΔE 2.5
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Concrete is closest to Pinball .
FAQ
Concrete FAQs
What color is Concrete?
Concrete is a light gray with the hex code #D2D1CD. In HSL terms it has a hue of 48°, 5% saturation, and 81% lightness.
What is the hex code for Concrete?
The hex code for Concrete is #D2D1CD. In RGB it's rgb(210, 209, 205), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 0%, 2%, 18%).
What colors go well with Concrete?
Concrete pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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