Digital NCS representations are approximations and may differ from official samples.
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Daylight light
NCS Code
S 1020-Y90R
Color Name
Soft Coral
Family
pink
HEX
#F5C0B0
RGB
rgb(245,192,176)
Blackness
10%
Chroma
20%
Whiteness
70%
Soft warm coral pink.
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.
Light-to-mid tone — balances openness with a sense of warmth and definition.
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.
- Use as an accent wall or on a single surface for maximum impact.
Neutral Pairings
Soft neutrals that let this color shine while keeping spaces cohesive.
#F5F1ED
#E8E8E4
#F0F3F5
Undertone and finish guidance
Red-based undertone that can read warm or powder-soft by light. For S 1020-Y90R, undertones are typically pronounced at this chromaticness level.
- Walls: Matte for softness and depth control.
- Cabinetry/trim: Satin on selected joinery elements.
- Interior note: Effective in bedrooms, dressing spaces, and restrained accent zones.
What color is S 1020-Y90R?
S 1020-Y90R is a light pink tone in the NCS system that balances visual character with practical flexibility.
This page provides digital values (#F5C0B0 / rgb(245,192,176)) 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 amplifies its chroma, making undertones more visible.
Exterior and pairing guidance
Use selectively for details; broad exterior use needs testing in daylight.
Do pair with
Avoid
Pairing suggestions
These suggestions help keep S 1020-Y90R balanced when combined with materials, metals, and adjacent colors.
Similar Colors
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Smart Palette Suggestions
Room-aware palettes generated from Soft Coral
Harmonious shades from light to dark — creates depth and cohesion
#FFCCD5
#F5B5BD
#D98A94
#BD6E78
Pale Pink
Blush Pink
Dusty Rose
Muted Rose
Opposite hues with neutral bridge — balanced contrast and visual interest
#F5B5BD
#FFCCD5
#A0DCC8
#C0F0D4
Blush Pink
Pale Pink
Seafoam
Pale Mint
Bolder saturated accents — for statement walls and highlights
#CC4B57
#F5B5C8
#F5D5A5
#FFCCD5
Warm Red
Rose Pink
Apricot
Pale Pink
Where to Buy
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