RAL 7012 Basalt Grey

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E5754?

RGB(78, 87, 84), HSL(160.0, 5.5%, 32.4%), CMYK(10.3%, 0.0%, 3.4%, 65.9%).

Q: Does #4E5754 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.46:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

#4E5754

RAL color

RAL 7012 Basalt Grey (#4E5754) is a dark, slightly warm grey from the RAL Classic system named after the volcanic rock basalt — dark, dense, and naturalistic. This earthy dark grey evokes volcanic stone, slate, and geological formations. It's used in premium architectural cladding, industrial design, and outdoor product finishes for its solid, nature-derived authority.

Color Values

HEX

#4E5754

RGB

78, 87, 84

HSL

160.0, 5.5%, 32.4%

HSV

160.0, 10.3%, 34.1%

CMYK

10.3%, 0.0%, 3.4%, 65.9%

OKLCH

0.4478 0.0124 173.8

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: RAL 7012 Basalt Grey

Color Psychology

Dark greens like forest and hunter green convey wealth, tradition, and prestige. They are associated with old money, ivy-league institutions, and deep woodland environments. These tones express stability and endurance, suggesting something that has stood the test of time.

Design Usage

Dark green excels in banking, insurance, and heritage brand identities where trust is paramount. It creates elegant, authoritative headers and navigation bars that feel established and dependable. Pair it with gold, cream, or light gray for a classic combination that signals reliability and quality.