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Daylight light
NCS Code
S 3005-B20G
Color Name
Steel Mist
Family
cool-neutral
HEX
#C8D4D9
RGB
rgb(200,212,217)
Blackness
30%
Chroma
5%
Whiteness
65%
Cool blue-gray.
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.
Mid-depth — creates warmth and intimacy; works beautifully in smaller spaces.
Low chromaticness makes this color versatile and easy to pair with almost anything.
Quick Usage Tips
- Ideal as a primary wall color throughout open-plan spaces.
- Works as a neutral base — pairs well with almost any accent color.
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 3005-B20G, undertones are typically subtle 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 3005-B20G?
S 3005-B20G is a mid-light cool-neutral tone in the NCS system that balances visual character with practical flexibility.
This page provides digital values (#C8D4D9 / rgb(200,212,217)) 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 3005-B20G balanced when combined with materials, metals, and adjacent colors.
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Smart Palette Suggestions
Room-aware palettes generated from Steel Mist
Harmonious shades from light to dark — creates depth and cohesion
#EFF5F7
#D4DDE8
#BDCCD9
#BFCCD4
#1E5260
Arctic White
Pale Blue
Muted Blue Gray
Cool Gray
Petrol
Opposite hues with neutral bridge — balanced contrast and visual interest
#BFCCD4
#EFF5F7
#DDD0BC
#EDE4D8
Cool Gray
Arctic White
Sand Beige
Stone White
Bolder saturated accents — for statement walls and highlights
#3D8E9E
#BCCCBD
#BDCCD9
#7DBCCC
Ocean Teal
Eucalyptus Mist
Muted Blue Gray
Sea Glass
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Where to Buy
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