Teal

Q: How do I use #26A6A2 in CSS?

You can use #26A6A2 in CSS with: background-color: #26A6A2; or color: #26A6A2; or as an RGB value: rgb(38, 166, 162). For print design, use CMYK: 77%, 0%, 2%, 35%.

#26A6A2

Teal is a cool medium color with the hex code #26A6A2. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 38, 166, 162 in digital design or CMYK 77%, 0%, 2%, 35% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Teal Color Values

HEX: #26A6A2
RGB: 38, 166, 162
HSL: 178°, 63%, 40%
CMYK: 77, 0, 2, 35

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Teal sits at 178° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 63% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Teal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 77%, 0%, 2%, 35% 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: #26A6A2;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 38, 166, 162;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#26A6A2',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 77%
M: 0%
Y: 2%
K: 35%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(38, 166, 162)
rgba(38, 166, 162, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 178° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #26A6A2?

#26A6A2 is Teal, a cool medium color with RGB values of 38, 166, 162. It has a hue of 178°, 63% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #26A6A2?

The RGB color code for #26A6A2 is rgb(38, 166, 162). This means it contains 38 red, 166 green, and 162 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Teal a warm or cool color?

Teal (#26A6A2) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #26A6A2 in CSS?

You can use #26A6A2 in CSS with: background-color: #26A6A2; or color: #26A6A2; or as an RGB value: rgb(38, 166, 162). For print design, use CMYK: 77%, 0%, 2%, 35%.