Sonic Silver

Q: How do I use #717656 in CSS?

You can use #717656 in CSS with: background-color: #717656; or color: #717656; or as an RGB value: rgb(113, 118, 86). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 0%, 27%, 54%.

#717656

Sonic Silver is a neutral medium color with the hex code #717656. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 113, 118, 86 in digital design or CMYK 4%, 0%, 27%, 54% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Sonic Silver Color Values

HEX: #717656
RGB: 113, 118, 86
HSL: 69°, 16%, 40%
CMYK: 4, 0, 27, 54

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Sonic Silver sits at 69° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 16% saturation and 40% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Sonic Silver work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Sonic Silver in print, the CMYK breakdown of 4%, 0%, 27%, 54% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Sonic Silver

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #717656;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 113, 118, 86;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#717656',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 4%
M: 0%
Y: 27%
K: 54%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(113, 118, 86)
rgba(113, 118, 86, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 69° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #717656?

#717656 is Sonic Silver, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 113, 118, 86. It has a hue of 69°, 16% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #717656?

The RGB color code for #717656 is rgb(113, 118, 86). This means it contains 113 red, 118 green, and 86 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Sonic Silver a warm or cool color?

Sonic Silver (#717656) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #717656 in CSS?

You can use #717656 in CSS with: background-color: #717656; or color: #717656; or as an RGB value: rgb(113, 118, 86). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 0%, 27%, 54%.