#72726A Hex Color
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#72726a is a muted yellow-gray with an ashy, dusty finish and low saturation. Its medium-dark value feels practical and restrained, while subtle yellow undertones add warmth. Use it as a supporting tone for sale, budget, or construction branding, paired with charcoal or warm cream. White text reaches about 4.8:1 contrast, suitable for small body copy.
Questions about #72726a
What is #72726a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #72726a is rgb(114, 114, 106), in HSL hsl(60, 4%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 7%, 55%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #72726a?
The best pairings for #72726a include charcoal for sharper contrast, warm cream for softness, and muted burgundy for a richer accent. These combinations give it definition without overwhelming its restrained character. Keep brighter colors limited to details.
Is #72726a readable on white or black?
#72726a has a 4.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.33:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.