#009191 Hex Color
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This muted, cool cyan sits in the mid-tone range, offering a clean and stable presence. The hex code #009191 works effectively as a dominant base for technical interfaces or as an accent in communication design. Because of its 5.5:1 contrast ratio against black, it remains readable in small type. It pairs well with warm sandy neutrals to balance its inherent coolness.
Questions about #009191
What is #009191 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #009191 is rgb(0, 145, 145), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 28%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 0%, 43%.
What colors pair well with #009191 for a balanced design?
#009191 works best when balanced against warm, sandy neutrals or soft terracotta tones to offset its cool, clinical nature. This combination prevents the design from feeling too cold while maintaining the professional stability that #009191 brings to digital layouts.
Is #009191 suitable for text on light backgrounds?
#009191 maintains a solid 5.5:1 contrast ratio against black, but it may struggle with accessibility on white or very light backgrounds depending on font weight. Always test your specific font size and weight to ensure it meets WCAG requirements for readability.
Is #009191 readable on white or black?
#009191 has a 3.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.45:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.