#4E8079 Hex Color
Muted teal with a steady hand
Muted teal with a clear gray cast, #4e8079 feels steady and composed rather than bright. Its low saturation suits wellness brands, healthcare interfaces, and calm app backgrounds where softer color builds trust. Black text clears WCAG AA on this hex code at about 4.7:1 contrast. Best used as a supporting tone, it pairs well with warm cream or muted coral.
Questions about #4e8079
What is #4e8079 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e8079 is rgb(78, 128, 121), in HSL hsl(172, 24%, 40%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 5%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #4e8079?
Warm neutrals like cream and terracotta lift its gray cast, while deep navy keeps it grounded. Avoid bright whites next to it, since they can wash out its muted tone.
Is #4e8079 readable on white or black?
#4e8079 has a 4.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.68:1 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.