S 1002-Y
Often used for its bright and airy qualities, S 1002-Y remains a staple for NCS designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 14 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#e0dcd1
LRV
71.60
S 1002-Y in Real Rooms
S 1002-Y has a high LRV of 71.6 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
2 House Photos
On the exterior, S 1002-Y holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.
S 1002-Y house exterior paint
@villa.ander
NCS S 1002-Y exterior paint
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4 Kitchen Photos
S 1002-Y in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
NCS S 1002-Y kitchen paint
@bogardenkok
NCS S 1002-Y kitchen review
@torhogsvagen
S 1002-Y kitchen color review
@timmelemaleri
S 1002-Y kitchen review
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5 Misc Photos
These photos show S 1002-Y in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
NCS S 1002-Y wall paint photo
@villastorangsvagen
NCS S 1002-Y wall paint makeover
@torhogsvagen
NCS S 1002-Y wall paint review
@torhogsvagen
S 1002-Y wall paint review
@torhogsvagen
NCS S 1002-Y wall paint color
@torhogsvagen
2 Living Room Photos
The beauty of S 1002-Y in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.
S 1002-Y hallway color review
@sandlidsvillan
NCS S 1002-Y hallway color
@torhogsvagen
1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing S 1002-Y with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.
S 1002-Y dining room color review
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