Slate Gray

Q: How do I use #338199 in CSS?

You can use #338199 in CSS with: background-color: #338199; or color: #338199; or as an RGB value: rgb(51, 129, 153). For print design, use CMYK: 67%, 16%, 0%, 40%.

#338199

Slate Gray is a cool medium color with the hex code #338199. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 51, 129, 153 in digital design or CMYK 67%, 16%, 0%, 40% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Gray Color Values

HEX: #338199
RGB: 51, 129, 153
HSL: 194°, 50%, 40%
CMYK: 67, 16, 0, 40

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate Gray sits at 194° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 50% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Slate Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 67%, 16%, 0%, 40% 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 Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #338199;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 51, 129, 153;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#338199',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 67%
M: 16%
Y: 0%
K: 40%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(51, 129, 153)
rgba(51, 129, 153, 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 #338199?

#338199 is Slate Gray, a cool medium color with RGB values of 51, 129, 153. It has a hue of 194°, 50% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #338199?

The RGB color code for #338199 is rgb(51, 129, 153). This means it contains 51 red, 129 green, and 153 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate Gray a warm or cool color?

Slate Gray (#338199) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #338199 in CSS?

You can use #338199 in CSS with: background-color: #338199; or color: #338199; or as an RGB value: rgb(51, 129, 153). For print design, use CMYK: 67%, 16%, 0%, 40%.