#52867E Hex Color
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This ashy, unsaturated teal balances cool undertones with a dusty finish. Its low chroma creates a professional, grounded appearance perfect for healthcare or wellness interfaces. The hex code for this color is #52867e. Because it maintains a 5.1:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works well as a readable background or primary brand accent rather than just a supporting tone.
Questions about #52867e
What is #52867e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #52867e is rgb(82, 134, 126), in HSL hsl(171, 24%, 42%) and in CMYK 39%, 0%, 6%, 47%.
Why use #52867e in UI design?
This ashy, unsaturated teal balances cool undertones with a dusty finish that remains easy on the eyes. It provides a 5.1:1 contrast ratio against black text, making it a reliable choice for primary brand accents or readable background elements in interface design.
What color palettes work well with #52867e?
Is #52867e readable on white or black?
#52867e has a 4.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.07:1 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.