Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #0C6F8D in CSS?

You can use #0C6F8D in CSS with: background-color: #0C6F8D; or color: #0C6F8D; or as an RGB value: rgb(12, 111, 141). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 21%, 0%, 45%.

#0C6F8D

Steel Blue is a cool dark color with the hex code #0C6F8D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 12, 111, 141 in digital design or CMYK 91%, 21%, 0%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #0C6F8D
RGB: 12, 111, 141
HSL: 194°, 84%, 30%
CMYK: 91, 21, 0, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 194° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Steel Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 91%, 21%, 0%, 45% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Steel Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #0C6F8D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 12, 111, 141;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#0C6F8D',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 91%
M: 21%
Y: 0%
K: 45%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(12, 111, 141)
rgba(12, 111, 141, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 194° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #0C6F8D?

#0C6F8D is Steel Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 12, 111, 141. It has a hue of 194°, 84% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #0C6F8D?

The RGB color code for #0C6F8D is rgb(12, 111, 141). This means it contains 12 red, 111 green, and 141 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#0C6F8D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #0C6F8D in CSS?

You can use #0C6F8D in CSS with: background-color: #0C6F8D; or color: #0C6F8D; or as an RGB value: rgb(12, 111, 141). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 21%, 0%, 45%.