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Basalt

#554059

Basalt is a cool dark color with the hex code #554059. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 85, 64, 89 in digital design or CMYK 4%, 28%, 0%, 65% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Basalt Color Values

HEX
#554059
RGB
85, 64, 89
HSL
290°, 16%, 30%
CMYK
4, 28, 0, 65

About this color

Basalt sits at 290° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 16% saturation and 30% lightness, this muted dark hue offers sophisticated, understated presence.

In digital design, cool colors like Basalt work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Basalt in print, the CMYK breakdown of 4%, 28%, 0%, 65% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Basalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #554059;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 85, 64, 89;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#554059',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 4%
M: 28%
Y: 0%
K: 65%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(85, 64, 89)
rgba(85, 64, 89, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 290° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #554059?
#554059 is Basalt, a cool dark color with RGB values of 85, 64, 89. It has a hue of 290°, 16% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #554059?
The RGB color code for #554059 is rgb(85, 64, 89). This means it contains 85 red, 64 green, and 89 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Basalt a warm or cool color?
Basalt (#554059) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #554059 in CSS?
You can use #554059 in CSS with: background-color: #554059; or color: #554059; or as an RGB value: rgb(85, 64, 89). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 28%, 0%, 65%.