Color: Steel Blue
Complete color information and conversion tools for Steel Blue
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Test Steel Blue for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
⚠ Good for accessibility
This color meets AA standards. Use with black text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Steel Blue backgrounds.
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About Steel Blue Color
The Steel Blue color (#4682B4) is a blue color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Steel Blue, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Steel Blue has the hexadecimal code #4682B4 and RGB values of 70, 130, 180. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 207°, saturation of 44%, and lightness of 49%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Steel Blue.
Associated Emotions
Trust, calm, stability, peace, loyalty, sadness
Symbolism & Meaning
Reliability, professionalism, security, tranquility
Marketing & Branding
Builds trust, promotes calmness, professional appearance
Learn how to effectively use Steel Blue in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Steel Blue.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Steel Blue.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Steel Blue in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Steel Blue as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.