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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#51AFBD — Verdigris
#51AFBD is a mid-tone moderately saturated teal sitting at 188° 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 #51AFBD
- f4fafb
- d2eaee
- b0dae1
- 8ecbd4
- 6cbbc7
- 4aabba
- 3b8e9b
- 2e6f79
- 214f57
- 143035
- 071112
Color schemes using #51AFBD
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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#51AFBD FAQ
What color is #51AFBD?
#51AFBD is a shade of verdigris in the teal family. It has a hue of 188 degrees, 45% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #51AFBD?
#51AFBD is rgb(81, 175, 189) in RGB, hsl(188, 45%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(57%, 7%, 0%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #51AFBD?
White text on this background reaches 2.56:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 8.22:1.
What colors go well with #51AFBD?
Its direct complement is #BD6051. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #BD5179 and #BD9651 gives you contrast without the vibration.