#074E67 Hex Color
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This cool, muted teal carries a heavy, serious mood perfect for professional branding. Because #074e67 is fairly dark, it works best as a dominant background color for web interfaces. White text pops clearly against it, offering excellent readability. Use it alongside sharp, mustard yellow accents to avoid a monotonous look, as this pairing creates a sophisticated, modern contrast that feels grounded and reliable.
Questions about #074e67
What is #074e67 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #074e67 is rgb(7, 78, 103), in HSL hsl(196, 87%, 22%) and in CMYK 93%, 24%, 0%, 60%.
What colors create a balanced palette with #074e67?
This deep teal pairs effectively with sharp, warm accents like mustard yellow or burnt orange to break up its heavy, serious tone. These high-contrast combinations prevent the color from appearing monotonous while keeping your design feeling modern and sophisticated.
Is #074e67 a good choice for text-heavy web backgrounds?
Yes, #074e67 serves as an excellent dark background because it provides a strong, stable contrast for clean white typography. It is inherently professional and readable, making it a reliable choice for corporate dashboards or long-form content areas that require a grounded atmosphere.
Is #074e67 readable on white or black?
#074e67 has a 9.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.29:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.