Digital NCS representations are approximations and may differ from official samples.
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Daylight light
NCS Code
S 5005-Y20R
Color Name
Mocha Warm Gray
Family
warm-neutral
HEX
#9E8E7A
RGB
rgb(158,142,122)
Blackness
50%
Chroma
5%
Whiteness
45%
Deep warm mocha 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.
Deep, high-blackness — adds drama and gravitas; best used on feature walls or in well-lit rooms.
Low chromaticness makes this color versatile and easy to pair with almost anything.
Quick Usage Tips
- Works as a neutral base — pairs well with almost any accent color.
- Consider using on one wall only; large areas of dark color need ample lighting.
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 5005-Y20R, 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 5005-Y20R?
S 5005-Y20R is a deep warm-neutral tone in the NCS system that balances visual character with practical flexibility.
This page provides digital values (#9E8E7A / rgb(158,142,122)) 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 reads deeper and more dramatic.
- 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 5005-Y20R balanced when combined with materials, metals, and adjacent colors.
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Smart Palette Suggestions
Room-aware palettes generated from Mocha Warm Gray
Harmonious shades from light to dark — creates depth and cohesion
#DDD0BC
#BFAD9A
#9E8478
#3C2010
Sand Beige
Drift Wood
Rose Taupe
Deep Bronze
Opposite hues with neutral bridge — balanced contrast and visual interest
#7A7A7A
#D4CCBC
#1E5260
#C8D4D9
Charcoal
Warm Gray
Petrol
Steel Mist
Bolder saturated accents — for statement walls and highlights
#885830
#9E8478
#7A7A7A
#AA7848
Tobacco
Rose Taupe
Charcoal
Caramel
Where to Buy
Order S 5005-Y20R from trusted paint suppliers
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