Pewter

Q: How do I use #6C937E in CSS?

You can use #6C937E in CSS with: background-color: #6C937E; or color: #6C937E; or as an RGB value: rgb(108, 147, 126). For print design, use CMYK: 27%, 0%, 14%, 42%.

#6C937E

Pewter is a cool medium color with the hex code #6C937E. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 108, 147, 126 in digital design or CMYK 27%, 0%, 14%, 42% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pewter Color Values

HEX: #6C937E
RGB: 108, 147, 126
HSL: 148°, 15%, 50%
CMYK: 27, 0, 14, 42

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pewter sits at 148° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 15% saturation and 50% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Pewter in print, the CMYK breakdown of 27%, 0%, 14%, 42% 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 Pewter

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #6C937E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 108, 147, 126;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#6C937E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 27%
M: 0%
Y: 14%
K: 42%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(108, 147, 126)
rgba(108, 147, 126, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 148° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #6C937E?

#6C937E is Pewter, a cool medium color with RGB values of 108, 147, 126. It has a hue of 148°, 15% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #6C937E?

The RGB color code for #6C937E is rgb(108, 147, 126). This means it contains 108 red, 147 green, and 126 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pewter a warm or cool color?

Pewter (#6C937E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #6C937E in CSS?

You can use #6C937E in CSS with: background-color: #6C937E; or color: #6C937E; or as an RGB value: rgb(108, 147, 126). For print design, use CMYK: 27%, 0%, 14%, 42%.