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S 1020-B10G by NCS shown in an interior

S 1020-B10G

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Blue · Cool undertone

NCS standard colour S 1020-B10G. Designer Colours can advise on mixing this reference into Dulux Trade, Dulux Heritage, Little Greene and Colourtrend paint systems.

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At a glance

Colour system
NCS
Collection
NCS Colour Samples
Colour family
Blue
Undertone
Cool
Available finishes
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Colour relationships

Build a scheme around S 1020-B10G

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A considered palette from NCS

Five deliberate companions, each chosen for a different job in the room.

Light companions S 0505-R90B NCS · S 0505-R90B Quiet neutrals S 2010-B50G NCS · S 2010-B50G Harmonising colours S 4020-B NCS · S 4020-B Contrast colours S 3060-G NCS · S 3060-G Deep anchors S 8005-B80G NCS · S 8005-B80G
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Light companions

High-lightness, low-chroma colours with a compatible undertone.

Light companions S 0505-R80B NCS · S 0505-R80B Light companions S 0505-R70B NCS · S 0505-R70B Light companions S 0505-B50G NCS · S 0505-B50G

Quiet neutrals

Muted colours that keep a restrained connection to the source hue.

Quiet neutrals S 2010-R90B NCS · S 2010-R90B Quiet neutrals S 2010-B70G NCS · S 2010-B70G Quiet neutrals S 1510-B50G NCS · S 1510-B50G

Harmonising colours

Related hues with enough tonal separation to remain distinct.

Harmonising colours S 4020-B50G NCS · S 4020-B50G Harmonising colours S 4020-B70G NCS · S 4020-B70G Harmonising colours S 4020-R90B NCS · S 4020-R90B

Contrast colours

Higher-chroma colours with a stronger perceptual separation.

Contrast colours S 2565-G NCS · S 2565-G Contrast colours S 3050-G10Y NCS · S 3050-G10Y Contrast colours S 3050-G NCS · S 3050-G

Deep anchors

Low-lightness, restrained colours that ground the palette.

Deep anchors S 8005-B NCS · S 8005-B Deep anchors S 8005-B50G NCS · S 8005-B50G Deep anchors S 8005-R80B NCS · S 8005-R80B

Calculated from HEX-derived Lab and RGB data using lightness, chroma, hue separation, ΔE00 and screen contrast. Digital suggestions are a starting point; compare current physical samples in the intended light and finish.

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Technical colour information

Stored digital values, nearest references, methodology and record provenance.

Digital colour values
HEX
#AAD7E2
RGB (digital)
170, 215, 226
Lab (digital)
83.25, -12.15, -10.22
HSL (digital)
191.79, 49.12, 77.65
LRV
62.64

HEX, RGB, Lab and HSL describe the stored digital representation; they are not measurements of dried paint. LRV appears only when the source record supplies it.

Nearest NCS & Pantone references
Nearest stored Pantone (digital)
Pantone 304ΔE00 4.11

These are calculated nearest stored digital references, not official manufacturer specifications or exact equivalents.

Colour matching methodology

Relationships use stored colour data and documented CIEDE2000 calculations. Materials, sheen, lighting and application can change the physical result.

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Source, provenance & updates

Maintained by Designer Colours from the stored supplier and colour data shown on this page.

Useful answers

Questions about S 1020-B10G

What kind of colour is S 1020-B10G?

NCS standard colour S 1020-B10G. Designer Colours can advise on mixing this reference into Dulux Trade, Dulux Heritage, Little Greene and Colourtrend paint systems.

Should I sample S 1020-B10G first?

Screen colour is indicative. Confirm the reference and compare a physical paint sample in the intended finish and lighting.

Which finishes are available for S 1020-B10G?

Finish availability varies by colour and paint system. Ask the Designer Colours team for current product guidance.

Is there an exact NCS or Pantone equivalent for S 1020-B10G?

Any NCS or Pantone relationship shown here is a nearest stored digital comparison, not an official manufacturer equivalence. Compare physical samples.