# NCS S 8005-B

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/s-8005-b](https://plan-home.com/color/s-8005-b)

NCS S 8005-B, a rich and sophisticated shade that exudes elegance and warmth, is a versatile color that can complement a variety of design styles. This deep shade pairs beautifully with soft neutrals such as off-white and light grey to create a timeless and calming aesthetic. For a more dramatic look, consider pairing NCS S 8005-B with accents in deep navy blue or emerald green to create a bold and luxurious feel. Whether used as a statement wall color or as a grounding element in a room, NCS S 8005-B adds depth and character to any space.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** NCS
- **Color name:** S 8005-B
- **Color code:** S 8005-B
- **HEX:** #28343b
- **RGB:** 40, 52, 59
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Grey
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 202° Saturation: 32.2% Value: 23.14%
- **HSL:** hsl(202, 19, 19)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 32.2 Magenta: 11.86 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 76.86
- **YIQ:** Y: 49.21 I: -9.4 Q: -0.36
- **XYZ:** X: 2.892 Y: 3.223 Z: 4.606
- **CIE Lab:** L:20.915 a:-3.017 b:-6.042
- **CIE Luv:** L:20.915 u:-5.438 v:-6.108
- **Decimal:** 2634811
- **Hunter Lab:** 17.952, -2.658, -2.646

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams After the Storm](https://plan-home.com/color/after-the-storm-sw-9685)
- [NCS S 8005-B20G](https://plan-home.com/color/s-8005-b20g)
- [Sherwin Williams Inkwell](https://plan-home.com/color/inkwell-sw-6992)
- [Benjamin Moore Polo Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-polo-blue-2062-10)
- [Little Greene Dock Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/little-greene-dock-blue-252)
- [Sherwin Williams Dark Night](https://plan-home.com/color/dark-night-sw-6237)
- [Benjamin Moore After Midnight](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-after-midnight-csp-630)
- [RAL Effect RAL 790-3](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-790-3)
- [Sherwin Williams Black of Night](https://plan-home.com/color/black-of-night-sw-6993)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Knight](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-knight-2136-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Soot](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-soot-2129-20)
- [RAL Classic Black grey](https://plan-home.com/color/black-grey-ral-7021)
- [RAL Classic Anthracite grey](https://plan-home.com/color/anthracite-grey-ral-7016)
- [Sherwin Williams Night Watch](https://plan-home.com/color/night-watch-sw-9680)
- [Sherwin Williams Anchors Aweigh](https://plan-home.com/color/anchors-aweigh-sw-9179)
- [Benjamin Moore Midnight](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-midnight-2131-20)
- [RAL Effect RAL 810-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-810-6)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Satin](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-satin-2131-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Regent Green](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-regent-green-2136-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Ink](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-ink-2127-20)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [NCS S 7010-R90B](https://plan-home.com/color/s-7010-r90b)
- [NCS S 7010-B10G](https://plan-home.com/color/s-7010-b10g)
- [NCS S 5020-B](https://plan-home.com/color/s-5020-b)

## Complementary colors
- [NCS S 6005-Y50R](https://plan-home.com/color/s-6005-y50r)
- [NCS S 4005-Y50R](https://plan-home.com/color/s-4005-y50r)
- [NCS S 7005-Y20R](https://plan-home.com/color/s-7005-y20r)
- [NCS S 7005-Y](https://plan-home.com/color/s-7005-y)
- [NCS S 1502-R](https://plan-home.com/color/s-1502-r)
- [NCS S 2002-Y50R](https://plan-home.com/color/s-2002-y50r)
- [NCS S 7005-Y50R](https://plan-home.com/color/s-7005-y50r)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.