#017172 Hex Color
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This muted, deep cyan carries a serious, grounded weight. Because it is somewhat unsaturated, #017172 works best as a steady background color rather than a bright accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm, earthy ochre tones, avoiding the typical neon clash of generic teals. Use it for tech or aerospace interfaces where you need readability. The hex code for this cool shade is #017172.
Questions about #017172
What is #017172 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #017172 is rgb(1, 113, 114), in HSL hsl(181, 98%, 23%) and in CMYK 99%, 1%, 0%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #017172 for a balanced palette?
#017172 pairs beautifully with warm, earthy ochre or muted terracotta tones to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look. These warm neutrals help ground the cool, serious nature of the cyan without creating a jarring or neon aesthetic.
Why is #017172 effective for interface and UI design?
The unsaturated nature of #017172 reduces eye strain, making it an excellent choice for complex dashboards or aerospace-inspired interfaces where readability is the primary goal. It functions effectively as a stable background that keeps the user focused on foreground data.
Is #017172 readable on white or black?
#017172 has a 5.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.60:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.