Rowntree Color – #8e8e6e: Codes and Complete Breakdown
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The Rowntree color hex code is #8e8e6e, and it is composed of 56% red, 56% green and 43% blue.
Rowntree is a light, dull, desaturated, and warm color at 23% saturation. It has a contrast ratio of 3.36:1 against a white background, which fails WCAG AA (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Level AA) compliance.
For better visibility, it is recommended to use the Rowntree color (#8e8e6e) against dark backgrounds.

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Rowntree Color Codes and Information
Here’s a complete breakdown of the color Rowntree, including its HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values, as well as other information about the color.
| Data Type | Values/Details |
|---|---|
| Hex | #8e8e6e |
| RGB | rgb(142,142,110) |
| HSL | hsl(60,12.7%,49.4%) |
| CMYK | 0, 0, 23, 44 |
| HSV | 60, 23, 56 |
| RGB % | 56, 56, 43 |
| XYZ | 23.6, 26.2, 18.6 |
| LAB | 58.2, -5.7, 17 |
| Color Category | Light |
| Color Family | Yellow |
| Saturation | 23% |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Contrast Ratio Againt White (#ffffff) | 3.36 (fails WCAG AA) |
| Contrast Ratio Againt Black (#000000) | 6.24 (passes WCAG AA) |









