Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #218BAB in CSS?

You can use #218BAB in CSS with: background-color: #218BAB; or color: #218BAB; or as an RGB value: rgb(33, 139, 171). For print design, use CMYK: 81%, 19%, 0%, 33%.

#218BAB

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #218BAB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 33, 139, 171 in digital design or CMYK 81%, 19%, 0%, 33% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #218BAB
RGB: 33, 139, 171
HSL: 194°, 68%, 40%
CMYK: 81, 19, 0, 33

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 194° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 68% 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 81%, 19%, 0%, 33% 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: #218BAB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 33, 139, 171;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#218BAB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 81%
M: 19%
Y: 0%
K: 33%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(33, 139, 171)
rgba(33, 139, 171, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 194° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #218BAB?

#218BAB is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 33, 139, 171. It has a hue of 194°, 68% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #218BAB?

The RGB color code for #218BAB is rgb(33, 139, 171). This means it contains 33 red, 139 green, and 171 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#218BAB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #218BAB in CSS?

You can use #218BAB in CSS with: background-color: #218BAB; or color: #218BAB; or as an RGB value: rgb(33, 139, 171). For print design, use CMYK: 81%, 19%, 0%, 33%.