Steel Blue

Q: How do I use #4182BE in CSS?

You can use #4182BE in CSS with: background-color: #4182BE; or color: #4182BE; or as an RGB value: rgb(65, 130, 190). For print design, use CMYK: 66%, 32%, 0%, 25%.

#4182BE

Steel Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #4182BE. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 65, 130, 190 in digital design or CMYK 66%, 32%, 0%, 25% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Steel Blue Color Values

HEX: #4182BE
RGB: 65, 130, 190
HSL: 209°, 49%, 50%
CMYK: 66, 32, 0, 25

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Steel Blue sits at 209° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 49% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Steel Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 66%, 32%, 0%, 25% 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 Steel Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4182BE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 65, 130, 190;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4182BE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 66%
M: 32%
Y: 0%
K: 25%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(65, 130, 190)
rgba(65, 130, 190, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 209° on the color wheel

Intel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4182BE?

#4182BE is Steel Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 65, 130, 190. It has a hue of 209°, 49% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4182BE?

The RGB color code for #4182BE is rgb(65, 130, 190). This means it contains 65 red, 130 green, and 190 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Steel Blue a warm or cool color?

Steel Blue (#4182BE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4182BE in CSS?

You can use #4182BE in CSS with: background-color: #4182BE; or color: #4182BE; or as an RGB value: rgb(65, 130, 190). For print design, use CMYK: 66%, 32%, 0%, 25%.