Color: Teal
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Test Teal 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 white text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Teal backgrounds.
Colors similar to Teal based on hue and saturation.
About Teal Color
The Teal color (#008080) is a cyan color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Teal, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Teal has the hexadecimal code #008080 and RGB values of 0, 128, 128. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 180°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 25%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Teal.
Associated Emotions
Freshness, coolness, modern, technology, cleanliness
Symbolism & Meaning
Innovation, digital, clarity, transparency, modernity
Marketing & Branding
Tech products, cleaning products, modern design, digital services
Learn how to effectively use Teal 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 Teal.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Teal.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Teal 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 Teal 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.