NCS S 5010-G90Y

What are NCS S 5010-G90Y undertones?

The undertone of S 5010-G90Y 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is NCS S 5010-G90Y cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 45° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S 5010-G90Y HSL code: 45, 13%, 47%

• Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
• Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
• Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
• 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.
• Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

How light temperature affects S 5010-G90Y

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 brown shade looks under different lighting:

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 5010-G90Y:

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 5010-G90Y

• S 5005-G80Y
  

  

• S 5005-Y
  

  

• S 4005-Y
  

  

• S 3005-G80Y
  

  

• S 3005-Y
  

  

Darker shades

S 5010-G90Y

• S 6010-G90Y
  

  

• S 7005-Y
  

  

• S 6005-Y
  

  

• S 7005-G80Y
  

  

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 5010-G90Y with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 225, such as NCS and S 1001-B.

S 5010-G90Y

• S 4010-R90B
  

  

• S 1001-B
  

  

• S 7010-R70B
  

  

• S 1505-R60B
  

  

• S 1005-R90B
  

  

• S 2005-R90B
  

  

• S 3010-R80B
  

  

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#888069
RGB Decimal	136, 128, 105
RGB Percent	53.33%, 50.20%, 41.18%
HSV	Hue: 45° Saturation: 22.79% Value: 53.33%
HSL	hsl(45, 13, 47)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.88 Yellow: 22.79 Key: 46.67
YIQ	Y: 127.77 I: 12.158 Q: -5.465
XYZ	X: 20.422 Y: 21.693 Z: 16.472
CIE Lab	L:53.7 a:-0.957 b:13.604
CIE Luv	L:53.7 u:6.174 v:17.901
Decimal	8945769
Hunter Lab	46.576, -3.24, 11.634