Flint Rock
Also known as: Storm Rolling In, Battleship, Grey Shingle, Wet Weather
Part of the gray family, Flint Rock pairs a medium base with a quiet and sophisticated presence — ideal for editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. Flint Rock plays well with gray tones — the harmonies below show exactly which ones. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (6.99:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Flint Rock color codes
- HEX
- #989493
- RGB
- rgb(152, 148, 147)
- RGBA
- rgba(152, 148, 147, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(12, 2%, 59%)
- HSV
- hsv(12, 3%, 60%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 3%, 3%, 40%)
- LAB
- lab(61.6 1.4 1.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(67.0% 0.005 34.3)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle red undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: darkgray#A9A9A9 · ΔE 6.6
- RAL 7036 — Platinum grey#9A9697 · ΔE 1.3 · 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 Flint Rock 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 Flint Rock
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Flint Rock 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 3.00:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 6.99:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Flint Rock background: #000000
Palettes featuring Flint Rock
Flint Rock with its complement
Soft neighbors of Flint Rock
Flint Rock triad
Similar colors
- Tin#919191 · ΔE 2.4
- Pedigrey#8F8E8C · ΔE 2.9
- Gull#918C8F · ΔE 3.5
- Walrus#999B9B · ΔE 3.7
- Grey Area#8F9394 · ΔE 4.3
- Zinc#92898A · ΔE 4.4
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Flint Rock is closest to Grey Area.
Flint Rock FAQs
What color is Flint Rock?
Flint Rock is a medium gray with the hex code #989493. In HSL terms it has a hue of 12°, 2% saturation, and 59% lightness.
What is the hex code for Flint Rock?
The hex code for Flint Rock is #989493. In RGB it's rgb(152, 148, 147), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 3%, 3%, 40%).
What colors go well with Flint Rock?
Flint Rock pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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