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#28D2BB color code is #28D2BB. Use this page to get all code formats, explore shades and tints, and find colors that work with #28d2bb.

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#28D2BB Accessibility & WCAG Contrast

Relative luminance of #28D2BB is 0.5013. Its WCAG contrast ratio is 1.90:1 against white and 11.03:1 against black. Use the card with the higher ratio for body text.

The quick brown fox
#28D2BB on white1.90:1Fail
The quick brown fox
#28D2BB on black11.03:1AAA
The quick brown fox
White on #28D2BB1.90:1Fail
The quick brown fox
Black on #28D2BB11.03:1AAA

#28D2BB — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for #28D2BB?+
The hex code for #28D2BB is #28D2BB. In RGB it's rgb(40, 210, 187), and in HSL it's hsl(172, 68%, 49%).
What is the RGB value of #28D2BB?+
#28D2BB in RGB is (40, 210, 187). Written in CSS: rgb(40, 210, 187).
What is the CMYK value of #28D2BB?+
#28D2BB converts to CMYK(81%, 0%, 11%, 18%) for print. Hex equivalent is #28D2BB.
Is #28d2bb a warm or cool color?+
#28D2BB (#28D2BB) is a transitional teal — its hue sits at 172° on the color wheel, placing it in the transitional part of the spectrum.
What color family does #28d2bb belong to?+
#28D2BB belongs to the teal family. Its HSL is 172°, 68%, 49% — a transitional tone within the broader teal group.
Is #28d2bb accessible for body text on a white background?+
#28D2BB on white reaches a WCAG contrast ratio of 1.9:1 — below the AA threshold (4.5:1) for normal body text. Reserve for large headings or pair with a darker variant.
What is the closest Pantone match for #28d2bb?+
The nearest Pantone match for #28D2BB (#28D2BB) is 4209 C Turquoise Gem, calculated by Euclidean RGB distance over the Pantone Matching System.

How to use #28D2BB in design

Practical guidance for using #28d2bb (#28D2BB) across four design contexts, derived from its hue, lightness, saturation, and WCAG contrast.

Web & UI design

#28D2BB (#28D2BB) works well as a background color in dark UIs or as a button fill paired with white text — at 11.0:1 against black it's AAA-accessible for body text reversed onto it. Don't use it for text on a white background; 1.9:1 contrast won't pass AA.

Branding & identity

As a brand color, #28D2BB (#28D2BB) reads as balanced and approachable and versatile across product tiers. It fits naturally into tech, healthcare, modern professional services. Pair it with a higher-contrast accent (warm if teal runs cool, cool if it runs warm) for visual hierarchy. Test legibility on both your logo and small UI text before locking it in — saturation that works on a 200px logo can feel overpowering at favicon scale.

Fashion & apparel

#28D2BB flatters cool-leaning skin tones (pink, rosy, blue undertones) and works best in autumn/winter collections. Pair it with cool neutrals (charcoal, slate, off-white, black) and it works as a sophisticated alternative to navy. Deep cool tones photograph richly under indoor light and read as quiet luxury — strong choice for eveningwear.

Interior design

#28D2BB works as either a primary wall color or a strong accent — versatile across most rooms. As a wall color it pairs with white trim and warm wood; as an accent (sofa, chair, large art) it lifts a neutral room without overwhelming it. Test a large swatch against your room's natural light at three times of day before committing — mid-tone colors shift more than light or dark colors do.