NCS S 7020-R20B
| Code: | S 7020-R20B |
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| Brand: | NCS |
What color is NCS S 7020-R20B?
Embrace the elegance of soft *White* in your space with NCS S 7020-R20B. This timeless shade exudes tranquility and sophistication, making it ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices. The versatility of NCS S 7020-R20B allows it to complement a range of interior styles, from modern minimalist to classic vintage. Infuse your rooms with a sense of serenity and lightness, creating a welcoming and airy atmosphere. Elevate your home decor with the understated beauty of NCS S 7020-R20B, a hue that effortlessly enhances any space.
S 7020-R20B for bedroom (6 photos)
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S 7020-R20B for living room (8 photos)
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NCS S 7020-R20B for bathroom (7 photos)
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NCS S 7020-R20B on kitchen cabinets (5 photos)
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What are NCS S 7020-R20B undertones?
S 7020-R20B has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#491D2E
RGB code:
73, 29, 46
Is NCS S 7020-R20B cool or warm?
At 337° on the HSL hue wheel, this dark red sits firmly on the warm side.
S 7020-R20B HSL code: 337, 43%, 20%
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.
How light temperature affects S 7020-R20B
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 red shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with NCS S 7020-R20B:
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 7020-R20B with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 157, such as NCS and S 3010-G.
S 7020-R20B
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #491d2e | |
| RGB Decimal | 73, 29, 46 | |
| RGB Percent | 28.63%, 11.37%, 18.04% | |
| HSV | Hue: 337° Saturation: 60.27% Value: 28.63% | |
| HSL | hsl(337, 43, 20) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 60.27 Yellow: 36.99 Key: 71.37 | |
| YIQ | Y: 44.094 I: 20.757 Q: 14.598 | |
| XYZ | X: 3.68 Y: 2.493 Z: 2.871 | |
| CIE Lab | L:17.886 a:23.094 b:-1.106 | |
| CIE Luv | L:17.886 u:22.889 v:-3.906 | |
| Decimal | 4791598 | |
| Hunter Lab | 15.789, 13.978, 0.269 |
Color equivalents
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