Slate

Q: How do I use #146D85 in CSS?

You can use #146D85 in CSS with: background-color: #146D85; or color: #146D85; or as an RGB value: rgb(20, 109, 133). For print design, use CMYK: 85%, 18%, 0%, 48%.

#146D85

Slate is a cool dark color with the hex code #146D85. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 20, 109, 133 in digital design or CMYK 85%, 18%, 0%, 48% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #146D85
RGB: 20, 109, 133
HSL: 193°, 74%, 30%
CMYK: 85, 18, 0, 48

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 193° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 74% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

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

When using Slate in print, the CMYK breakdown of 85%, 18%, 0%, 48% 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 Slate

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #146D85;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 20, 109, 133;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#146D85',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 85%
M: 18%
Y: 0%
K: 48%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(20, 109, 133)
rgba(20, 109, 133, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

14 brand s with colors near 193° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #146D85?

#146D85 is Slate, a cool dark color with RGB values of 20, 109, 133. It has a hue of 193°, 74% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #146D85?

The RGB color code for #146D85 is rgb(20, 109, 133). This means it contains 20 red, 109 green, and 133 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#146D85) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #146D85 in CSS?

You can use #146D85 in CSS with: background-color: #146D85; or color: #146D85; or as an RGB value: rgb(20, 109, 133). For print design, use CMYK: 85%, 18%, 0%, 48%.