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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2CB5A0 — Verdigris
#2CB5A0 is a mid-tone saturated teal sitting at 171° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #2CB5A0
- f3fcfb
- cdf3ed
- a7eae0
- 81e1d2
- 5cd7c5
- 36ceb7
- 2aac98
- 208677
- 176055
- 0e3a34
- 051512
Color schemes using #2CB5A0
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#2CB5A0 FAQ
What color is #2CB5A0?
#2CB5A0 is a shade of verdigris in the teal family. It has a hue of 171 degrees, 61% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #2CB5A0?
#2CB5A0 is rgb(44, 181, 160) in RGB, hsl(171, 61%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(76%, 0%, 12%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2CB5A0?
White text on this background reaches 2.55:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 8.22:1.
What colors go well with #2CB5A0?
Its direct complement is #B52C40. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B52C85 and #B55C2C gives you contrast without the vibration.