Slate Gray Color (#708090)
Slate Gray is a CSS named color defined as hex code #708090. Slate Gray is a cool, blue-tinted gray, like slate rock. It is more sophisticated than a pure neutral gray.
Color Overview & Formats
slategrayLuminance: 0.2090| Format | Syntax / Values | Notes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEX | #708090 | 6-digit hex web code | |
| RGB | rgb(112, 128, 144) | Red, Green, Blue channels (0-255) | |
| HSL | hsl(210, 13%, 50%) | Hue (210°), Saturation (13%), Lightness (50%) | |
| HSV / HSB | hsv(210, 22%, 56%) | Hue, Saturation (22%), Value/Brightness (56%) | |
| CMYK | cmyk(22%, 11%, 0%, 44%) | Digital mathematical approximation (non-print) | |
| OKLCH | oklch(0.593 0.031 248.3) | Perceptually uniform color space (CSS Color 4 approximation) |
background-color: #708090; /* or slategray */- Select color format: Choose the desired format (HEX #708090, RGB, or HSL).
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- Pair with black text: Black text on Slate Gray reaches 5.18:1 (WCAG AA).
What Colors Go With Slate Gray?
These 6 colors all go well with Slate Gray (#708090), and each one is a standard CSS named color. The ratio is the WCAG 2.2 contrast of that color on Slate Gray: at 4.5:1 or above it works for text; below that, use it for backgrounds and accents.
Harmonious Palettes & Tints
The palettes below are algorithmically generated across standard intervals based on Slate Gray (HSL 210°). Each group offers full palette copy and live preview:
Complementary Harmony
Hue rotated 180 degrees on the HSL wheel (210° to 30°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Analogous Harmony
Hues 30 degrees either side (180° and 240°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Triadic Harmony
Hues spaced evenly by 120 degrees (330° and 90°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Tints & Shades
Mixed with white (tints) and black (shades) in sRGB at 60% and 30%.
WCAG 2.2 Text Readability & Contrast Check
Under WCAG 2.2 criteria, regular body text requires at least 4.5:1 (AA) and large text requires at least 3.0:1. The table below displays calculated contrast ratios:
| Foreground Color | Contrast Ratio | Normal Text (AA) | Large Text (AA) | Normal Text AAA (>= 7.0:1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pure Black (#000000) | 5.18:1 | Pass | Pass | Fail |
Pure White (#FFFFFF) | 4.05:1 | Fail | Pass | Fail |
Dark Charcoal (#212529) | 3.80:1 | Fail | Pass | Fail |
Mid Gray (#666666) | 1.42:1 | Fail | Fail | Fail |
Interactive Contrast Tester
Enter text foreground and background colors to verify WCAG legibility:
This is sample body text rendered directly to verify contrast and readability.
Slate Gray Background Download
Download standard 1920x1080 solid desktop wallpaper or generate mobile wallpaper:
Standard Wallpaper: 1920x1080 PNG (#708090)Download Options
All wallpaper files precisely match the W3C standard color value:
CSS Standard & Usage Notes
slategray = #708090 (rgb(112, 128, 144))
UI Design & Accessibility Guidelines
Use it for dashboards, secondary text, icons and modern, professional interfaces. On Slate Gray, black text passes WCAG AA at every size (5.18:1); white text passes only for large text (4.05:1).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use black text on Slate Gray?
Yes. Black text on Slate Gray has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 5.18:1, which passes AA (4.5:1) for all text sizes but not the stricter AAA level (7:1) for body text.
Can I use white text on Slate Gray?
Only for large text. White text on Slate Gray has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 4.05:1: enough for large text (3:1) but below the 4.5:1 needed for body text.
What colors go with Slate Gray?
White, Black, Ivory, White Smoke, Gold and Light Sky Blue all go well with Slate Gray. Black (5.18:1) has enough contrast for text on Slate Gray; White, Ivory, White Smoke, Gold and Light Sky Blue work better as a background or accent.
What is the difference between slate gray and gray?
Slate Gray (#708090) has a blue tint, with a hue of 210° and 13% saturation, while Gray (#808080) is perfectly neutral, with 0% saturation.