#74807E Hex Color
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This dusty, muted teal acts as a sophisticated neutral that balances grey and green undertones. Because it feels established rather than vivid, the hex code #74807e works best as a supporting tone in healthcare or wellness branding. It maintains excellent readability with black text, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds where you need a professional, calm alternative to harsh greys or stark whites.
Questions about #74807e
What is #74807e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #74807e is rgb(116, 128, 126), in HSL hsl(170, 5%, 48%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 2%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #74807e for a professional palette?
#74807e works best when paired with warm, crisp neutrals or soft creams to keep the interface feeling approachable. It creates a balanced, high-end look when used alongside charcoal for text or a warm terracotta for subtle accent buttons.
Is #74807e readable on white or black?
#74807e has a 4.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.13:1 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.