What is the HEX code for NCS S 5540-B40G?

The hexadecimal color code for NCS S 5540-B40G undertone is #014c51 .

What is the RGB code of NCS S 5540-B40G?

RGB code is 1, 76, 81 . 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 5540-B40G cool or warm?

NCS S 5540-B40G is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are NCS S 5540-B40G undertones?

Blue is NCS S 5540-B40G undertone color.

Code:	S 5540-B40G
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What color is NCS S 5540-B40G?

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What are NCS S 5540-B40G undertones?

The undertone of S 5540-B40G can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#014C51

RGB code:

1, 76, 81

Is NCS S 5540-B40G cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 184° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S 5540-B40G HSL code: 184, 98%, 16%

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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 5540-B40G

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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 5540-B40G:

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

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Darker shades

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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 5540-B40G with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 4, such as NCS and S 3560-Y80R.

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Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#014c51
RGB Decimal	1, 76, 81
RGB Percent	0.39%, 29.80%, 31.76%
HSV	Hue: 184° Saturation: 98.77% Value: 31.76%
HSL	hsl(184, 98, 16)
CMYK	Cyan: 98.77 Magenta: 6.17 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 68.24
YIQ	Y: 54.145 I: -46.299 Q: -14.309
XYZ	X: 4.081 Y: 5.769 Z: 8.681
CIE Lab	L:28.822 a:-18.108 b:-8.8
CIE Luv	L:28.822 u:-21.692 v:-8.719
Decimal	85073
Hunter Lab	24.018, -11.7, -4.616