NCS S 0505-G

What are NCS S 0505-G undertones?

The undertone of S 0505-G can be accurately described as a Green hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is NCS S 0505-G cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 120° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S 0505-G HSL code: 120, 16%, 92%

• Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
• Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
• Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
• Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.

How light temperature affects S 0505-G

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Grey shade looks under different lighting:

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 0505-G:

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Darker shades

S 0505-G

• S 1005-G10Y
  

  

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color S 0505-G with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 300, such as NCS and S 5020-R50B.

S 0505-G

• S 0907-R50B
  

  

• S 5020-R50B
  

  

• S 2010-R50B
  

  

• S 0505-R50B
  

  

• S 3020-R50B
  

  

• S 4020-R40B
  

  

• S 3020-R40B
  

  

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#e6ede6
RGB Decimal	230, 237, 230
RGB Percent	90.20%, 92.94%, 90.20%
HSV	Hue: 120° Saturation: 2.95% Value: 92.94%
HSL	hsl(120, 16, 92)
CMYK	Cyan: 2.95 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.95 Key: 7.06
YIQ	Y: 234.109 I: -1.922 Q: -3.659
XYZ	X: 77.197 Y: 83.104 Z: 86.815
CIE Lab	L:93.06 a:-3.581 b:2.578
CIE Luv	L:93.06 u:-3.538 v:4.58
Decimal	15134182
Hunter Lab	91.162, -8.377, 7.35