Charcoal

Q: How do I use #18404E in CSS?

You can use #18404E in CSS with: background-color: #18404E; or color: #18404E; or as an RGB value: rgb(24, 64, 78). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 18%, 0%, 69%.

#18404E

Charcoal is a cool dark color with the hex code #18404E. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 24, 64, 78 in digital design or CMYK 69%, 18%, 0%, 69% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Charcoal Color Values

HEX: #18404E
RGB: 24, 64, 78
HSL: 196°, 53%, 20%
CMYK: 69, 18, 0, 69

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Charcoal sits at 196° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Charcoal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 69%, 18%, 0%, 69% 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 Charcoal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #18404E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 24, 64, 78;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#18404E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 69%
M: 18%
Y: 0%
K: 69%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(24, 64, 78)
rgba(24, 64, 78, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 196° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #18404E?

#18404E is Charcoal, a cool dark color with RGB values of 24, 64, 78. It has a hue of 196°, 53% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #18404E?

The RGB color code for #18404E is rgb(24, 64, 78). This means it contains 24 red, 64 green, and 78 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Charcoal a warm or cool color?

Charcoal (#18404E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #18404E in CSS?

You can use #18404E in CSS with: background-color: #18404E; or color: #18404E; or as an RGB value: rgb(24, 64, 78). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 18%, 0%, 69%.