NCS S 4005-G20Y
| Code: | S 4005-G20Y |
| Name: | |
| Brand: | NCS |
What color is NCS S 4005-G20Y?
Let’s dive into a full S 4005-G20Y paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful S 4005-G20Y. Find out if this gorgeous cold grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
S 4005-G20Y for bedroom
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S 4005-G20Y for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space
NCS S 4005-G20Y for bathroom
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NCS S 4005-G20Y on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
NCS S 4005-G20Y reviews
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What are NCS S 4005-G20Y undertones?
The undertone of S 4005-G20Y 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#919890
RGB code:
145, 152, 144
Is NCS S 4005-G20Y cool or warm?
With a hue of 113° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S 4005-G20Y HSL code: 113, 4%, 58%
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 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 4005-G20Y
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 4005-G20Y:
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 4005-G20Y
Darker shades
S 4005-G20Y
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 4005-G20Y with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 293, such as NCS and S 5020-R50B.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #919890 | |
| RGB Decimal | 145, 152, 144 | |
| RGB Percent | 56.86%, 59.61%, 56.47% | |
| HSV | Hue: 113° Saturation: 5.26% Value: 59.61% | |
| HSL | hsl(113, 4, 58) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 4.61 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.26 Key: 40.39 | |
| YIQ | Y: 148.995 I: -1.601 Q: -3.97 | |
| XYZ | X: 27.938 Y: 30.49 Z: 30.791 | |
| CIE Lab | L:62.074 a:-4.081 b:3.335 | |
| CIE Luv | L:62.074 u:-3.536 v:5.405 | |
| Decimal | 9541776 | |
| Hunter Lab | 55.217, -6.316, 5.59 |
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