#248864 Hex Color
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This muted teal balances blue and green in a cool, unsaturated tone. Because it lacks intense saturation, #248864 works best as a secondary color or a muted accent rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with warm, creamy neutrals or light terracottas. For accessibility, black text stands out clearly against this hex code, making it a reliable choice for UI elements.
Questions about #248864
What is #248864 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #248864 is rgb(36, 136, 100), in HSL hsl(158, 58%, 34%) and in CMYK 74%, 0%, 26%, 47%.
What colors pair best with #248864 in a design project?
#248864 works exceptionally well when paired with warm, creamy neutrals or soft terracotta tones to balance its natural coolness. Using it alongside a deep charcoal or off-white provides enough contrast to make the color pop without feeling overwhelming.
Is #248864 readable on white or black?
#248864 has a 4.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.78:1 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.