Digital NCS representations are approximations and may differ from official samples.
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Daylight light
NCS Code
S 0510-Y20R
Color Name
Cream
Family
white
HEX
#FFF5E6
RGB
rgb(255,245,230)
Blackness
5%
Chroma
10%
Whiteness
85%
Warm creamy off-white.
Room Psychology
Atmosphere: Creates an enveloping sense of space that shapes how a room feels from the moment you enter.
Best Rooms: Living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways
Design Tip: Pair with natural materials — linen, wood, stone — to bring out the color's true warmth or coolness.
Very light — visually expands space and maximises reflected light.
Low chromaticness makes this color versatile and easy to pair with almost anything.
Quick Usage Tips
- Excellent for ceilings — keeps rooms feeling open and airy.
Neutral Pairings
Soft neutrals that let this color shine while keeping spaces cohesive.
#F5F1ED
#E8E8E4
#F0F3F5
Undertone and finish guidance
Balanced undertone with adaptable behavior across common interiors. For S 0510-Y20R, undertones are typically moderate at this chromaticness level.
- Walls: Matte to eggshell depending on traffic.
- Cabinetry/trim: Satin on high-contact surfaces.
- Interior note: Use as a controlled base tone with textured materials.
What color is S 0510-Y20R?
S 0510-Y20R is a very light white tone in the NCS system that balances visual character with practical flexibility.
This page provides digital values (#FFF5E6 / rgb(255,245,230)) for planning. Validate final selections with physical NCS samples before specification.
Lighting behavior
- North-facing rooms can make this shade appear cooler than expected.
- In low natural light, it stays readable without feeling too heavy.
- Warm evening light keeps it soft and muted with gentle undertones.
Exterior and pairing guidance
Test in morning and evening light before large-area use.
Do pair with
Avoid
Pairing suggestions
These suggestions help keep S 0510-Y20R balanced when combined with materials, metals, and adjacent colors.
Similar Colors
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Smart Palette Suggestions
Room-aware palettes generated from Cream
Harmonious shades from light to dark — creates depth and cohesion
#FFFFFF
#FDF5E8
#EDE4D8
#D9C8B5
Pure White
Pearl White
Stone White
Warm Taupe
Opposite hues with neutral bridge — balanced contrast and visual interest
#FFFDF5
#FFFFFF
#EFF5F7
Warm White
Pure White
Arctic White
Bolder saturated accents — for statement walls and highlights
#FFF0A0
#F5D5A5
#FFFDF5
#FFF5C0
Buttercup
Apricot
Warm White
Pale Yellow
Where to Buy
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