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Charcoal

Mineral and modern dark grey

Color conversions

Meaning & usage

An extremely dark grey, nearly black, drawing inspiration from a shiny variety of mineral coal.

Psychology

Offers protective neutrality, symbolizes professional rigor and industrial modernity.

Synonyms & nuances

gris anthracitefusain

Shades (darker)

Tints (lighter)

Tones (desaturated)

Design system scale (50→950)

Harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-comp.
Tetradic

Thread & yarn equivalents

Average ΔE :43 (Approximate)
#36454F
DMC 501
Blue Green Dk
ΔE 43

Approximate sRGB matches — request a physical color card from each brand before purchasing.

Palettes using charcoal

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Related colors

Slate
Ebony