Silver hex code
The hex code for silver is #C0C0C0. In RGB that is rgb(192, 192, 192) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 75%).
The hex code for silver is #C0C0C0. In RGB that is rgb(192, 192, 192) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 75%).
Silver · #C0C0C0
Colour codes
- HEX
- #C0C0C0
- RGB
- rgb(192, 192, 192)
- HSL
- hsl(0, 0%, 75%)
- CMYK
- 0, 0, 0, 25
- CSS name
- silver
- Contrast on white
- 1.82:1
- Contrast on black
- 11.54:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #cdcdcd
40% lighter · #d9d9d9
60% lighter · #e6e6e6
80% lighter · #f2f2f2
20% darker · #9a9a9a
40% darker · #737373
60% darker · #4d4d4d
80% darker · #262626
Complementary colour
Silver · #C0C0C0
Opposite on the colour wheel · #bfbfbf
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for silver?
The hex code for silver is #C0C0C0. In RGB that is rgb(192, 192, 192) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 75%).
Can I use silver for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.82:1 on white and 11.54:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with silver?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #BFBFBF. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of silver instead.
Is silver a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword silver, so color: silver and color: #C0C0C0 render exactly the same.