All you need to know about Grey.

Find out what the color means and how you can pair it with other colors to achieve beautiful results.

Gray Color Guide: Embrace the Neutral and Timeless Hue

Gray (#808080), created by blending black (#000000) and white (#FFFFFF), forms an endless spectrum of versatile and balanced shades. Neither stark white nor deep black, gray stands as a neutral, balanced, and impartial color—a definitive middle ground. It is often used in interior design for its alluring and contemporary appeal.

Gray: Color Symbolism and Versatility

Timeless and versatile, gray complements nearly any color spectrum, performing exceptionally well with both neutral tones and blues. This adaptability makes it a staple in many design palettes, where it adds depth and sophistication.

Perfect Pairings with Gray (#808080)

Enhance your designs by integrating gray with complementary hues:

Neutral tones, such as Pewter (#E9EAEC), for a subtle and elegant look

Blues like Blue Iris (#5A4FCF) or Blue Gray (#6699CC) for a cool and harmonious combination

When paired with its origin colors:

Jet Black (#0A0A0A) for a refined and powerful contrast

Crisp White (#FFFFFF) to achieve a clean and sophisticated touch

Gray Color Specifications

Hex Code: #808080 - Use this neutral hue for precise color matching in your design projects, ensuring a refined and sophisticated visual impact.

Color conversion

HEX
#808080

RGB DECIMAL
128, 128, 128

RGB PERCENTAGE
0.5, 0.5, 0.5

HSL
NaN, 0.0, 0.5, 1.0

HSV
NaN, 0.0, 0.5

CMYK
0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 0.5

LAB
53.6, -0.0, 0.0

NUMBER
8421504

LUMINANCE
0.22

Looking for Grey-related hues?
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Grey

#808080

Monochromatic