Matterhorn
Also known as: Underground Civilization , Off the Beaten Path , Emperor , Black Elegance
Expect quiet and sophisticated associations from Matterhorn, a rich gray suited to architecture and editorial layouts. Matterhorn plays well with gray tones. The harmonies below show which ones. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 8.51:1.
Reference
Matterhorn color codes
- HEX
- #524B4B
- RGB
- rgb(82, 75, 75)
- RGBA
- rgba(82, 75, 75, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(0, 4%, 31%)
- HSV
- hsv(0, 9%, 32%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 9%, 9%, 68%)
- LAB
- lab(32.6 3.0 1.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(42.0% 0.009 17.5)
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 red 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: dimgray #696969 · ΔE 11.0
- RAL 8019: Grey brown #3F3A3A · ΔE 5.9 · 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 Matterhorn works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- 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.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Matterhorn
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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 Matterhorn 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 8.51:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 2.47:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Matterhorn background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Matterhorn
Matterhorn with its complement
Soft neighbors of Matterhorn
Matterhorn triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Molasses #574A47 · ΔE 3.2
- Magnet #525054 · ΔE 3.6
- Chinotto #554747 · ΔE 3.7
- Smokescreen #5E5755 · ΔE 4.3
- Onyx #464544 · ΔE 4.5
- Stone Cold #555555 · ΔE 5.0
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Matterhorn is closest to Dark Space .
FAQ
Matterhorn FAQs
What color is Matterhorn?
Matterhorn is a dark gray with the hex code #524B4B. In HSL terms it has a hue of 0°, 4% saturation, and 31% lightness.
What is the hex code for Matterhorn?
The hex code for Matterhorn is #524B4B. In RGB it's rgb(82, 75, 75), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 9%, 9%, 68%).
What colors go well with Matterhorn?
Matterhorn pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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