#14A39B Hex Color
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#14a39b is a cool, softened teal with a medium-dark value and green undertones. Its restrained saturation gives interfaces a polished, clear feel suited to healthcare, wellness, technology, and hospitality. Use the hex code as a supporting brand color or focused accent rather than a full-page background. Black text reaches about 6.7:1 contrast, supporting readable body copy.
Questions about #14a39b
What is #14a39b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #14a39b is rgb(20, 163, 155), in HSL hsl(177, 78%, 36%) and in CMYK 88%, 0%, 5%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #14a39b?
Why does #14a39b read as a cool color?
#14a39b reads cool because its blue component nearly matches its green component while its hue leans slightly green-blue; moderate saturation keeps it composed rather than electric. It can feel fresher beside warm neutrals and flatter beside icy blue.
Is #14a39b readable on white or black?
#14a39b has a 3.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.74:1 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.