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Gunmetal

#232E2F

Gunmetal is a cool dark color with the hex code #232E2F. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 35, 46, 47 in digital design or CMYK 26%, 2%, 0%, 82% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Gunmetal Color Values

HEX
#232E2F
RGB
35, 46, 47
HSL
185°, 15%, 16%
CMYK
26, 2, 0, 82

About this color

Gunmetal sits at 185° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 15% saturation and 16% lightness, this muted dark hue offers sophisticated, understated presence.

In digital design, cool colors like Gunmetal work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Gunmetal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 26%, 2%, 0%, 82% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Gunmetal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #232E2F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 35, 46, 47;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#232E2F',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 26%
M: 2%
Y: 0%
K: 82%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(35, 46, 47)
rgba(35, 46, 47, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 185° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #232E2F?
#232E2F is Gunmetal, a cool dark color with RGB values of 35, 46, 47. It has a hue of 185°, 15% saturation, and 16% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #232E2F?
The RGB color code for #232E2F is rgb(35, 46, 47). This means it contains 35 red, 46 green, and 47 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Gunmetal a warm or cool color?
Gunmetal (#232E2F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #232E2F in CSS?
You can use #232E2F in CSS with: background-color: #232E2F; or color: #232E2F; or as an RGB value: rgb(35, 46, 47). For print design, use CMYK: 26%, 2%, 0%, 82%.