Window Grey (#9da1aa) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Window Grey (#9da1aa) Color Information

Window Grey (#9da1aa) RGB value is (157, 161, 170). The hex color red value is 157, green is 161, and blue is 170. Its HSL format shows a hue of 222°, saturation of 7%, and lightness of 64%, while the CMYK process values are 8%, 5%, 0%, and 33%.

Colors that pair well with Window Grey (#9da1aa) include White Aluminium (#A5A5A5), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Rose Quartz (#AA98A9), and White Aluminium (#A5A5A5) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Window Grey color swatch with hex value #9DA1AA and RGB value (157,161,170)

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Window Grey (#9da1aa) Color Meaning

Window Grey (#9DA1AA) is a soft, medium-light gray with subtle blue undertones, evoking reflective surfaces and steel finishes. Its tone conveys neutrality, composure, and understated elegance. Window Grey (#9DA1AA) is widely used in architecture, interface design, and interiors for balanced, calming backdrops. The color represents neutrality, sophistication, and visual balance. Window Grey (#9DA1AA) supports bolder colors while maintaining subtle presence. Its slight blue undertone adds depth and prevents monotony in otherwise neutral designs. Pigments for Window Grey (#9DA1AA) are generally a combination of black, white, and blue pigments for consistency and durability. In many cultures, gray reflects wisdom, moderation, and timelessness. Window Grey (#9DA1AA) merges calm neutrality with functional design utility.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Window Grey (#9da1aa) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#9da1aa

RGB

rgb(157, 161, 170)

HSL

hsl(222°, 7%, 64%)

CMYK

cmyk(8%, 5%, 0%, 33%)

HSV

hsv(222°, 8%, 67%)

XYZ

33.9052 35.5601 43.1070

Yxy

35.5601 0.3012 0.3159

Hunter Lab

59.6323 0.0590 -0.7713

CIE-Lab

66.1824 0.3712 -5.1624

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Window Grey (#9da1aa) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red157 / 255 (62%)

62%

Green161 / 255 (63%)

63%

Blue170 / 255 (67%)

67%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan8 / 100 (8%)

Magenta5 / 100 (5%)

Yellow0 / 100 (0%)

Key (Black)33 / 100 (33%)

33%

Color Variations

A full range of Window Grey (#9da1aa) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Window Grey (#9da1aa) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Window Grey (#9da1aa) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

Foreground:#FFFFFF

Background:#9da1aa

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.59:1

✗WCAG AA

✗WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.59:1

✗WCAG AA

✗WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.59:1

✗WCAG AA

✗WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Window Grey (#9da1aa) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.