NCS S 3010-R60B
| Code: | S 3010-R60B |
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| Brand: | NCS |
What color is NCS S 3010-R60B?
Let’s dive into a full S 3010-R60B paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful S 3010-R60B. Find out if this gorgeous cold purple paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
S 3010-R60B for bedroom
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S 3010-R60B for living room
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NCS S 3010-R60B for bathroom
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NCS S 3010-R60B on kitchen cabinets
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NCS S 3010-R60B reviews
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What are NCS S 3010-R60B undertones?
The undertones of S 3010-R60B can be accurately described as a Blue and Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#A3A3AF
RGB code:
163, 163, 175
Is NCS S 3010-R60B cool or warm?
With a hue of 240° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S 3010-R60B HSL code: 240, 7%, 66%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- 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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 3010-R60B
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 3010-R60B:
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.
Lighter shades
S 3010-R60B
Darker shades
S 3010-R60B
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 3010-R60B with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 60, such as NCS and S 3005-Y.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #a3a3af | |
| RGB Decimal | 163, 163, 175 | |
| RGB Percent | 63.92%, 63.92%, 68.63% | |
| HSV | Hue: 240° Saturation: 6.86% Value: 68.63% | |
| HSL | hsl(240, 7, 66) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 6.86 Magenta: 6.86 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 31.37 | |
| YIQ | Y: 164.368 I: -3.856 Q: 3.734 | |
| XYZ | X: 35.937 Y: 37.076 Z: 45.809 | |
| CIE Lab | L:67.334 a:2.355 b:-6.183 | |
| CIE Luv | L:67.334 u:-0.691 v:-9.563 | |
| Decimal | 10724271 | |
| Hunter Lab | 60.89, -1.207, -1.982 |
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