Slate

Q: How do I use #396060 in CSS?

You can use #396060 in CSS with: background-color: #396060; or color: #396060; or as an RGB value: rgb(57, 96, 96). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 0%, 0%, 62%.

#396060

Slate is a cool dark color with the hex code #396060. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 57, 96, 96 in digital design or CMYK 41%, 0%, 0%, 62% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #396060
RGB: 57, 96, 96
HSL: 180°, 25%, 30%
CMYK: 41, 0, 0, 62

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 180° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 30% lightness, this muted dark hue offers sophisticated, understated presence.

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 41%, 0%, 0%, 62% 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: #396060;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 57, 96, 96;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#396060',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 41%
M: 0%
Y: 0%
K: 62%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(57, 96, 96)
rgba(57, 96, 96, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 180° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #396060?

#396060 is Slate, a cool dark color with RGB values of 57, 96, 96. It has a hue of 180°, 25% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #396060?

The RGB color code for #396060 is rgb(57, 96, 96). This means it contains 57 red, 96 green, and 96 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#396060) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #396060 in CSS?

You can use #396060 in CSS with: background-color: #396060; or color: #396060; or as an RGB value: rgb(57, 96, 96). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 0%, 0%, 62%.