#509B8E Hex Color
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Muted and mid-weight, this dusty teal carries a gray-green undertone that keeps it calm rather than crisp. The hex code #509b8e works well as a supporting tone in wellness and healthcare branding, and it flatters warm terracotta accents. Its low saturation can read flat next to pure white, so lean on cream or charcoal instead.
Questions about #509b8e
What is #509b8e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #509b8e is rgb(80, 155, 142), in HSL hsl(170, 32%, 46%) and in CMYK 48%, 0%, 8%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #509b8e?
Terracotta and warm cream make this muted teal feel grounded, while charcoal gives it a polished, corporate edge. Skip bright reds and yellows, which overpower its dusty, low-saturation character.
Is #509b8e readable on white or black?
#509b8e has a 3.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.42:1 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.