Tapa
A dusty, muted neutral with earthy undertones
Tapa, identified by the hex code #7c7c72, is an ashy, muted tone with distinct grey and yellow undertones. Because it feels dusty and restrained, it works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant color. Pair it with soft cream or charcoal to ground your layout. Since black text provides excellent 5.0:1 contrast, this color remains legible even in small body copy.
About Tapa
Tarpaulin left out through a dry summer
What does tapa mean?
Tapa often suggests weathered cloth, dry grass, and military surplus, since the name comes from barkcloth fabric. Its low saturation and mid lightness keep it subdued, so it reads as steady, plain, and a little worn.
Where you see tapa
- canvas tents
- driftwood
- linen trousers
- dried pampas grass
- cardboard boxes
- field jackets
What it works for
Use it for utility backgrounds, packaging, and interiors where an olive grey should stay quiet and unfussy.
What colors go with tapa?
Oxblood #800020The dark red pulls warmth out of the grey, and both colors sit low and grounded.Terracotta #e2725bBurnt orange against this dusty olive makes each one look more distinct and earthy.Parchment #fefcafThe pale yellow-white lifts the heavy grey while keeping the whole scheme warm and muted.Deep Teal #00555aCool blue-green sharpens the yellow undertone in the grey, giving a calm but balanced contrast.
Questions about Tapa
What is the hex code for Tapa?
Tapa is #7c7c72. In RGB that is rgb(124, 124, 114), in HSL hsl(60, 4%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 8%, 51%.
Does #7c7c72 feel more warm or cool?
Tapa #7c7c72 leans slightly warm due to its distinct yellow undertones, though it remains perceived primarily as a cool, ashy grey. This balance makes it a versatile neutral that feels less clinical than pure grey, pairing well with natural materials and soft textures in interior design.
Is Tapa readable on white or black?
Tapa has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.98:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.