Is Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #1A4B54 achieves a contrast ratio of 9.64:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.85:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Art Deco Teal?

The exact complementary color for #1A4B54 is #56231A. For analogous pairings, use #1A5641 and #1A2F56. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Art Deco Teal

Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54)?

Art Deco Teal has the HEX code #1A4B54. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 26, 75, 84. In HSL, it is 189°, 53%, 22%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:69% M:11% Y:0% K:67%.

Luminance: 6% · Nearest standard name: Art Deco Teal

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ART DECO TEAL

#1A4B54

rgb(26, 75, 84) · hsl(189°, 53%, 22%)

HEX#1A4B54

RGB26, 75, 84

HSL189°, 53%, 22%

HSV / HSB189°, 69%, 33%

CMYK (Print)69%, 11%, 0%, 67%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#1A4B54#56231A

Analogous

#1A5641#1A4B54#1A2F56

Triadic

#1A4B54#561A4D#4D561A

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)9.64:1

Sample text rendered with #1A4B54 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)1.85:1

Sample text rendered with #1A4B54 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54)

Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54) is a distinct shade within the Cyan chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 6% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#1A4B54

RGB Space26, 75, 84

HSL Values189°, 53%, 22%

HSV / HSB189°, 69%, 33%

CMYK Ink69%, 11%, 0%, 67%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Art Deco Teal

Geometric intervals calculated from #1A4B54 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#56231A

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Art Deco Teal with its polar opposite (#56231A) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#1A5641 · #1A2F56

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Art Deco Teal for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#561A2F · #56411A

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Art Deco Teal, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#561A4D · #4D561A

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#411A56 · #56231A · #2F561A

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Art Deco Teal

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 53% and lightness of 22%, Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Blends the freshness of green with the serene trust of blue. Inspires crisp clarity, modern innovation, and refreshing agility.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Bio-Tech, Digital Telecommunications, Modern SaaS, Productivity Apps. Combining Art Deco Teal with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Art Deco Teal

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-1a4b54: #1A4B54;
  --color-1a4b54-rgb: 26, 75, 84;
  --color-1a4b54-hsl: 189deg 53% 22%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '1a4b54': '#1A4B54',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54)

Authoritative answers covering Art Deco Teal color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54)?

Art Deco Teal is defined by the HEX code #1A4B54. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:26, G:75, B:84. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:189°, Saturation:53%, Lightness:22%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 189°, 69%, 33%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:69%, M:11%, Y:0%, K:67%.

Does Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Art Deco Teal achieves a contrast ratio of 9.64:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.85:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #1A4B54 is #56231A. When placed side-by-side, #1A4B54 and #56231A create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Art Deco Teal in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Art Deco Teal into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Art Deco Teal in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #1A4B54; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Art Deco Teal using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Art Deco Teal (#1A4B54) belong to?

Art Deco Teal belongs to the Cyan family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Cyan Color Guide.