#52B0A3 Hex Color
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#52b0a3 is a cool, unsaturated teal that balances professional clarity with a refreshing aesthetic. It functions well as a supporting tone in healthcare or wellness interfaces where you need to project stability. Because it maintains an 8.1:1 contrast ratio against black text, it is highly readable for UI elements. Use it alongside warm grays to ground the color without looking washed out.
Questions about #52b0a3
What is #52b0a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #52b0a3 is rgb(82, 176, 163), in HSL hsl(172, 37%, 51%) and in CMYK 53%, 0%, 7%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #52b0a3 for UI design?
#52b0a3 works effectively alongside warm gray or charcoal to maintain a grounded, professional appearance without looking washed out. Avoid overly vibrant neons, which can clash with the muted, stable nature of this specific teal hue.
Is #52b0a3 readable on white or black?
#52b0a3 has a 2.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.09:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.