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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#489D98 — Verdigris
#489D98 is a mid-tone moderately saturated teal sitting at 176° 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 #489D98
- f5fafa
- d4ebea
- b4ddda
- 94ceca
- 74bfba
- 54b0aa
- 43928d
- 34726e
- 26524f
- 173230
- 081111
Color schemes using #489D98
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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#489D98 FAQ
What color is #489D98?
#489D98 is a shade of verdigris in the teal family. It has a hue of 176 degrees, 37% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #489D98?
#489D98 is rgb(72, 157, 152) in RGB, hsl(176, 37%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(54%, 0%, 3%, 38%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #489D98?
White text on this background reaches 3.21:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.55:1.
What colors go well with #489D98?
Its direct complement is #9D484E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #9D4878 and #9D6D48 gives you contrast without the vibration.