What is the HEX code for NCS S 0505-G40Y?

The hexadecimal color code for NCS S 0505-G40Y undertone is #f0f2e4 .

What is the RGB code of NCS S 0505-G40Y?

RGB code is 240, 242, 228 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

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Q: Is NCS S 0505-G40Y cool or warm?

NCS S 0505-G40Y is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are NCS S 0505-G40Y undertones?

Yellow is NCS S 0505-G40Y undertone color.

Code:	S 0505-G40Y
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Brand:	NCS

What color is NCS S 0505-G40Y?

Let’s dive into a full S 0505-G40Y paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful S 0505-G40Y. Find out if this gorgeous warm grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.

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What are NCS S 0505-G40Y undertones?

The undertone of S 0505-G40Y can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#F0F2E4

RGB code:

240, 242, 228

Is NCS S 0505-G40Y cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 69° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S 0505-G40Y HSL code: 69, 35%, 92%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
Warm 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.
Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
Warm green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects S 0505-G40Y

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:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 0505-G40Y:

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-G40Y

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-G40Y with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 249, such as NCS and S 1505-R60B.

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Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#f0f2e4
RGB Decimal	240, 242, 228
RGB Percent	94.12%, 94.90%, 89.41%
HSV	Hue: 69° Saturation: 5.79% Value: 94.9%
HSL	hsl(69, 35, 92)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.83 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.79 Key: 5.1
YIQ	Y: 239.806 I: 3.307 Q: -4.78
XYZ	X: 81.688 Y: 87.631 Z: 85.989
CIE Lab	L:95.005 a:-3.09 b:6.523
CIE Luv	L:95.005 u:-0.373 v:10.45
Decimal	15790820
Hunter Lab	93.612, -8.057, 11.066