Slate

Q: How do I use #426C8A in CSS?

You can use #426C8A in CSS with: background-color: #426C8A; or color: #426C8A; or as an RGB value: rgb(66, 108, 138). For print design, use CMYK: 52%, 22%, 0%, 46%.

#426C8A

Slate is a cool medium color with the hex code #426C8A. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 66, 108, 138 in digital design or CMYK 52%, 22%, 0%, 46% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #426C8A
RGB: 66, 108, 138
HSL: 205°, 35%, 40%
CMYK: 52, 22, 0, 46

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 205° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 35% 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 52%, 22%, 0%, 46% 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: #426C8A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 66, 108, 138;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#426C8A',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 52%
M: 22%
Y: 0%
K: 46%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(66, 108, 138)
rgba(66, 108, 138, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 205° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #426C8A?

#426C8A is Slate, a cool medium color with RGB values of 66, 108, 138. It has a hue of 205°, 35% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #426C8A?

The RGB color code for #426C8A is rgb(66, 108, 138). This means it contains 66 red, 108 green, and 138 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#426C8A) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #426C8A in CSS?

You can use #426C8A in CSS with: background-color: #426C8A; or color: #426C8A; or as an RGB value: rgb(66, 108, 138). For print design, use CMYK: 52%, 22%, 0%, 46%.