Teal

Q: How do I use #478579 in CSS?

You can use #478579 in CSS with: background-color: #478579; or color: #478579; or as an RGB value: rgb(71, 133, 121). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 0%, 9%, 48%.

#478579

Teal is a cool medium color with the hex code #478579. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 71, 133, 121 in digital design or CMYK 47%, 0%, 9%, 48% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Teal Color Values

HEX: #478579
RGB: 71, 133, 121
HSL: 168°, 30%, 40%
CMYK: 47, 0, 9, 48

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Teal sits at 168° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 30% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Teal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 47%, 0%, 9%, 48% 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 Teal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #478579;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 71, 133, 121;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#478579',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 47%
M: 0%
Y: 9%
K: 48%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(71, 133, 121)
rgba(71, 133, 121, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 168° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #478579?

#478579 is Teal, a cool medium color with RGB values of 71, 133, 121. It has a hue of 168°, 30% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #478579?

The RGB color code for #478579 is rgb(71, 133, 121). This means it contains 71 red, 133 green, and 121 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Teal a warm or cool color?

Teal (#478579) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #478579 in CSS?

You can use #478579 in CSS with: background-color: #478579; or color: #478579; or as an RGB value: rgb(71, 133, 121). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 0%, 9%, 48%.