Pewter

Q: How do I use #81936C in CSS?

You can use #81936C in CSS with: background-color: #81936C; or color: #81936C; or as an RGB value: rgb(129, 147, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 0%, 27%, 42%.

#81936C

Pewter is a neutral medium color with the hex code #81936C. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 129, 147, 108 in digital design or CMYK 12%, 0%, 27%, 42% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pewter Color Values

HEX: #81936C
RGB: 129, 147, 108
HSL: 88°, 15%, 50%
CMYK: 12, 0, 27, 42

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pewter sits at 88° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 15% saturation and 50% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Pewter work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Pewter in print, the CMYK breakdown of 12%, 0%, 27%, 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: #81936C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 129, 147, 108;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#81936C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 12%
M: 0%
Y: 27%
K: 42%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(129, 147, 108)
rgba(129, 147, 108, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 88° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #81936C?

#81936C is Pewter, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 129, 147, 108. It has a hue of 88°, 15% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #81936C?

The RGB color code for #81936C is rgb(129, 147, 108). This means it contains 129 red, 147 green, and 108 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pewter a warm or cool color?

Pewter (#81936C) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #81936C in CSS?

You can use #81936C in CSS with: background-color: #81936C; or color: #81936C; or as an RGB value: rgb(129, 147, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 0%, 27%, 42%.