#54A491 Hex Color
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This muted teal carries a crisp, cool undertone that avoids overwhelming the eye. Because of its desaturated quality, #54a491 functions best as a supporting accent or primary button color rather than a large-scale background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays and soft creams. Use black text for optimal readability, as the contrast ratio is strong enough for clear, professional typography. The hex code for this teal is #54a491.
Questions about #54a491
What is #54a491 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #54a491 is rgb(84, 164, 145), in HSL hsl(166, 32%, 49%) and in CMYK 49%, 0%, 12%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #54a491?
This muted teal looks best when paired with charcoal for high contrast or soft creams for a gentle, organic balance. Avoid pairing it with overly vibrant, saturated neons, which can clash with its desaturated character.
Is #54a491 readable on white or black?
#54a491 has a 2.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.09:1 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.