Slate

Q: How do I use #40718C in CSS?

You can use #40718C in CSS with: background-color: #40718C; or color: #40718C; or as an RGB value: rgb(64, 113, 140). For print design, use CMYK: 54%, 19%, 0%, 45%.

#40718C

Slate is a cool medium color with the hex code #40718C. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 64, 113, 140 in digital design or CMYK 54%, 19%, 0%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #40718C
RGB: 64, 113, 140
HSL: 201°, 37%, 40%
CMYK: 54, 19, 0, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 201° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 37% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Slate in print, the CMYK breakdown of 54%, 19%, 0%, 45% 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: #40718C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 64, 113, 140;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#40718C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 54%
M: 19%
Y: 0%
K: 45%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(64, 113, 140)
rgba(64, 113, 140, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 201° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #40718C?

#40718C is Slate, a cool medium color with RGB values of 64, 113, 140. It has a hue of 201°, 37% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #40718C?

The RGB color code for #40718C is rgb(64, 113, 140). This means it contains 64 red, 113 green, and 140 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#40718C) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #40718C in CSS?

You can use #40718C in CSS with: background-color: #40718C; or color: #40718C; or as an RGB value: rgb(64, 113, 140). For print design, use CMYK: 54%, 19%, 0%, 45%.