What Color isGraphite?

#291504

What Color is Graphite

Graphite (Hex #291504) is a intense, high-saturation, very dark shade of orange. As a warm color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting blues. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Graphite palettes.

What color is opposite Graphite?

The opposite color to Graphite is Black Pearl (#04182a).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Orange
  • Temperature: Warm
  • Associated Season: Winter
  • Complementary Color: #04182A
  • Brightness: 25/255
  • Saturation: 90%

Colors That Pair Well With Graphite

Complementary

Pair with Black Pearl for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#291504#04182a

High Contrast

Use Link Water for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#291504#d6eafb

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#7f7368#150b02

Color Variations

Tints (add white)

Black Marlin#3e2c1d10%
Judge Gray#54443620%
Pine Cone#695b4f30%
Sandstone#7f736840%
Natural Gray#948a8250%
Cloudy#a9a19b60%
Tide#bfb9b470%
Quill Gray#d4d0cd80%
Mercury#eae8e690%

Tones (add grey)

Jacko Bean#32201010%
Bistre#3a2a1d20%
Mondo#43352930%
Taupe#4c403640%
Fuscous Gray#554b4250%
Fuscous Gray#5d554e60%
Ironside Gray#66605b70%
Ironside Gray#6f6b6780%
Boulder#77757490%

Shades (add black)

Graphite#25130410%
Creole#21110320%
Creole#1d0f0330%
Crowshead#190d0240%
Nero#150b0250%
Asphalt#10080260%
Asphalt#0c060170%
Black#08040180%
Black#04020090%

Color Conversions

Hex
#291504
RGB
41, 21, 4
RGB %
16%, 8%, 2%
HSL
28°, 82%, 9%
HSV
28°, 90%, 16%
CMYK
0%, 49%, 90%, 84%
LAB
9.13, 8.26, 12.20
XYZ
1.20, 1.02, 0.25

Color Blindness Simulation

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Protanopia
Deuteranopia
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CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #291504;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(41, 21, 4);
Background Color
background-color: #291504;
Border
border: 3px solid #291504;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #29150466;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #291504 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

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MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Graphite

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Product Details

Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.

  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials

We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.

  • Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
  • Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
  • Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Graphite?

Explore color palettes containing Graphite and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Analogous

Sepia Black
Graphite
Woodrush

Complementary

Graphite
Black Pearl

Split-complementary

Graphite
Timber Green
Midnight

Triadic

Graphite
Bush
Haiti

Tetradic

Graphite
Deep Fir
Black Pearl
Jacaranda

Monochromatic

Registration black
Registration black
Graphite
Korma
Tango

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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Contrast Ratio

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Contrast with White

UI Examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Graphite?
The hex code for Graphite is #291504. The RGB values are (41, 21, 4). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Graphite?
Graphite pairs well with its complementary color, Black Pearl (#04182a). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Graphite accessible for text?
No, Graphite is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Graphite in CSS?

You can use Graphite in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.graphite {
  background-color: #291504;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.

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