Slate

Q: How do I use #2D666C in CSS?

You can use #2D666C in CSS with: background-color: #2D666C; or color: #2D666C; or as an RGB value: rgb(45, 102, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 58%, 6%, 0%, 58%.

#2D666C

Slate is a cool dark color with the hex code #2D666C. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 45, 102, 108 in digital design or CMYK 58%, 6%, 0%, 58% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #2D666C
RGB: 45, 102, 108
HSL: 186°, 41%, 30%
CMYK: 58, 6, 0, 58

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 186° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 41% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 58%, 6%, 0%, 58% 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 Slate

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #2D666C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 45, 102, 108;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2D666C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 58%
M: 6%
Y: 0%
K: 58%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(45, 102, 108)
rgba(45, 102, 108, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 186° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2D666C?

#2D666C is Slate, a cool dark color with RGB values of 45, 102, 108. It has a hue of 186°, 41% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2D666C?

The RGB color code for #2D666C is rgb(45, 102, 108). This means it contains 45 red, 102 green, and 108 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#2D666C) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #2D666C in CSS?

You can use #2D666C in CSS with: background-color: #2D666C; or color: #2D666C; or as an RGB value: rgb(45, 102, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 58%, 6%, 0%, 58%.