Teal is a
cool dark color with the hex code #15846C.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
21, 132, 108 in digital design or CMYK 84%, 0%, 18%, 48% for print applications.
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Teal
#15846C
Teal Color Values
- HEX
- #15846C
- RGB
- 21, 132, 108
- HSL
- 167°, 73%, 30%
- CMYK
- 84, 0, 18, 48
Shades & Tints
About this color
Teal sits at 167° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.
In digital design, cool colors like Teal work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.
When using Teal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 84%, 0%, 18%, 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 Teal
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #15846C;
--brand-primary-rgb: 21, 132, 108;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#15846C',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 84%
M: 0%
Y: 18%
K: 48% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(21, 132, 108)
rgba(21, 132, 108, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #15846C?
What is the RGB value of #15846C?
Is Teal a warm or cool color?
How do I use #15846C in CSS?
background-color: #15846C; or color: #15846C; or as an RGB value: rgb(21, 132, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 84%, 0%, 18%, 48%.