Color: Silver
Complete color information and conversion tools for Silver
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Test Silver for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Silver backgrounds.
Colors similar to Silver based on hue and saturation.
About Silver Color
The Silver color (#C0C0C0) is a gray color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Silver, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Silver has the hexadecimal code #C0C0C0 and RGB values of 192, 192, 192. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 0°, saturation of 0%, and lightness of 75%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Silver.
Associated Emotions
Neutrality, balance, practical, modern, calm
Symbolism & Meaning
Balance, neutral, professional, stability, practical
Marketing & Branding
Professional services, corporate brands, modern design, practical products
Learn how to effectively use Silver in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Silver.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Silver.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Silver in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Silver as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.