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Slate

#186781

Slate is a cool dark color with the hex code #186781. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 24, 103, 129 in digital design or CMYK 81%, 20%, 0%, 49% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX
#186781
RGB
24, 103, 129
HSL
195°, 69%, 30%
CMYK
81, 20, 0, 49

About this color

Slate sits at 195° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 69% 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 81%, 20%, 0%, 49% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Slate

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #186781;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 24, 103, 129;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#186781',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 81%
M: 20%
Y: 0%
K: 49%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(24, 103, 129)
rgba(24, 103, 129, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #186781?
#186781 is Slate, a cool dark color with RGB values of 24, 103, 129. It has a hue of 195°, 69% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #186781?
The RGB color code for #186781 is rgb(24, 103, 129). This means it contains 24 red, 103 green, and 129 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Slate a warm or cool color?
Slate (#186781) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #186781 in CSS?
You can use #186781 in CSS with: background-color: #186781; or color: #186781; or as an RGB value: rgb(24, 103, 129). For print design, use CMYK: 81%, 20%, 0%, 49%.