#489484 Hex Color

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#489484 is a muted, cool teal with gray-green undertones and a dusty finish. Its medium lightness feels composed and refreshing, making it a strong supporting tone for healthcare, wellness, and technology interfaces. Pair it with warm ivory or deep navy for contrast. Black text reads clearly on this shade, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #489484.

Questions about #489484

What is #489484 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #489484 is rgb(72, 148, 132), in HSL hsl(167, 35%, 43%) and in CMYK 51%, 0%, 11%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #489484?
#489484 pairs well with warm ivory for a soft, open look and navy for stronger contrast; muted neutrals preserve its dusty, composed character, while warm accents can add energy without overwhelming the teal.
Does #489484 look warm or cool?
#489484 reads as a cool teal because its blue-green base and gray-green undertones temper the color's warmth. Its dusty finish keeps it composed rather than vivid, making it useful for healthcare, wellness, technology, and other calm interface designs.
Is #489484 readable on white or black?
#489484 has a 3.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.84:1 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.