Teal

Q: How do I use #256E74 in CSS?

You can use #256E74 in CSS with: background-color: #256E74; or color: #256E74; or as an RGB value: rgb(37, 110, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 68%, 5%, 0%, 55%.

#256E74

Teal is a cool dark color with the hex code #256E74. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 37, 110, 116 in digital design or CMYK 68%, 5%, 0%, 55% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Teal Color Values

HEX: #256E74
RGB: 37, 110, 116
HSL: 185°, 52%, 30%
CMYK: 68, 5, 0, 55

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Teal sits at 185° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 52% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 68%, 5%, 0%, 55% 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: #256E74;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 37, 110, 116;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#256E74',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 68%
M: 5%
Y: 0%
K: 55%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(37, 110, 116)
rgba(37, 110, 116, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 185° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #256E74?

#256E74 is Teal, a cool dark color with RGB values of 37, 110, 116. It has a hue of 185°, 52% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #256E74?

The RGB color code for #256E74 is rgb(37, 110, 116). This means it contains 37 red, 110 green, and 116 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Teal a warm or cool color?

Teal (#256E74) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #256E74 in CSS?

You can use #256E74 in CSS with: background-color: #256E74; or color: #256E74; or as an RGB value: rgb(37, 110, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 68%, 5%, 0%, 55%.