Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #167EB6 in CSS?

You can use #167EB6 in CSS with: background-color: #167EB6; or color: #167EB6; or as an RGB value: rgb(22, 126, 182). For print design, use CMYK: 88%, 31%, 0%, 29%.

#167EB6

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #167EB6. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 22, 126, 182 in digital design or CMYK 88%, 31%, 0%, 29% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #167EB6
RGB: 22, 126, 182
HSL: 201°, 78%, 40%
CMYK: 88, 31, 0, 29

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 201° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 78% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Steel Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 88%, 31%, 0%, 29% 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: #167EB6;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 22, 126, 182;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#167EB6',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 88%
M: 31%
Y: 0%
K: 29%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(22, 126, 182)
rgba(22, 126, 182, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 201° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #167EB6?

#167EB6 is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 22, 126, 182. It has a hue of 201°, 78% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #167EB6?

The RGB color code for #167EB6 is rgb(22, 126, 182). This means it contains 22 red, 126 green, and 182 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#167EB6) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #167EB6 in CSS?

You can use #167EB6 in CSS with: background-color: #167EB6; or color: #167EB6; or as an RGB value: rgb(22, 126, 182). For print design, use CMYK: 88%, 31%, 0%, 29%.