Concrete
Also known as: Thundersnow, Gazebo Grey, Halation, Light Bleaches
Concrete is what happens when gray turns pale and muted. The effect is balanced and versatile, made for 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.
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)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle yellow undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- 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 — dividers, chart series, 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 — 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Concrete
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
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
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.53:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 13.74:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Concrete background: #000000
Palettes featuring Concrete
Concrete with its complement
Soft neighbors of Concrete
Concrete triad
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.
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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