Vulcanised
Also known as: Medium Black, Black Suede, Black Heron, Goshawk Grey
As a rich take on gray, Vulcanised carries neutral and understated energy that suits architecture and editorial layouts. Its complement lands in gray territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 9.82:1.
Vulcanised color codes
- HEX
- #424443
- RGB
- rgb(66, 68, 67)
- RGBA
- rgba(66, 68, 67, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(150, 1%, 26%)
- HSV
- hsv(150, 3%, 27%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(3%, 0%, 1%, 73%)
- LAB
- lab(28.6 -1.0 0.3)
- OKLCH
- oklch(38.4% 0.003 164.9)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: darkslategray#2F4F4F · ΔE 11.7
- RAL 6015 — Black olive#3D403A · ΔE 3.6 · 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 Vulcanised 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 — 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 — dividers, chart series, 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Vulcanised
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Vulcanised 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 9.82:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 2.14:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Vulcanised background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Vulcanised
Vulcanised with its complement
Soft neighbors of Vulcanised
Vulcanised triad
Similar colors
- Onyx#464544 · ΔE 2.0
- Tamahagane#3B3F40 · ΔE 2.3
- Armadillo#484A46 · ΔE 2.7
- Stargazing#414549 · ΔE 3.2
- Dead Pixel#3B3A3A · ΔE 3.8
- Dark Space#414A4C · ΔE 4.0
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Vulcanised is closest to Onyx.
Vulcanised FAQs
What color is Vulcanised?
Vulcanised is a dark gray with the hex code #424443. In HSL terms it has a hue of 150°, 1% saturation, and 26% lightness.
What is the hex code for Vulcanised?
The hex code for Vulcanised is #424443. In RGB it's rgb(66, 68, 67), and in CMYK it's cmyk(3%, 0%, 1%, 73%).
What colors go well with Vulcanised?
Vulcanised pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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