NCS Browns Medium Dark Moderate Orange 6020-Y40R
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Colors shown are for reference; actual paint may look different on your walls based on lighting, surface, and surroundings.
Bring Nature Home with Medium Dark Moderate Orange
Medium Dark Moderate Orange colors draw on earth tones and bring warmth and security to a space. They feel comforting, stable, and rooted, and pair beautifully with natural materials and textures.
Explore Medium Dark Moderate Orange - part of the BROWNS colour family - an excellent choice with Living rooms, dens, reading nooks..
Living rooms, dens, reading nooks
Grounds the space, creates comfort, aligns with rustic or classic décor.
- Keep ceilings and trims light to prevent heaviness.
- Combine with natural fibers for a grounded look.
- Eggshell walls
- Semi‑gloss trims
Frequently Asked Questions
About Medium Dark Moderate Orange 6020-Y40R
Medium Dark Moderate Orange (6020-Y40R) by NCS has an LRV of around 11, which puts it on the deep side. The undertone reads warm. This is a very dark shade. It looks best on one accent wall, or on doors, grills and trims. It has a warm base, so it goes nicely with teak or walnut furniture and soft yellow lighting.
- HEX
- #6B5A47
- RGB
- 107, 90, 71
- LRV (approx.)
- 11
- Tone
- deep, warm
Similar shades from NCS
- Medium Dark Moderate Orange6020-Y30R
- Medium Dark Moderate Orange6020-Y50R
- Medium Dark Moderate Yellow Orange6020-Y20R
- Medium Dark Moderate Red Orange6020-Y60R
- Medium Dark Moderate Orange6030-Y40R
- Medium Dark Moderate Orange6030-Y30R
- Medium Dark Moderate Yellow Orange6020-Y10R
- Medium Dark Moderate Yellow Orange6030-Y20R
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About NCS
NCS (Natural Color System) is a scientifically based color system used globally for precise color definition, communication, and matching across all industries.
Science-Based Color System
The Natural Color System (NCS) is built on how the human eye perceives color, making it intuitive and universally applicable. Developed in Sweden and adopted worldwide, NCS describes colors based on their resemblance to six elementary colors: white, black, yellow, red, blue, and green.
Extensive Color Range
NCS offers over 1,950 standardized shades spanning Greys, Blues, Greens, Reds, Oranges, Yellows, Purples, Pinks, and Browns. Each color is defined by a unique notation (e.g., NCS S 2020-B10G), ensuring exact specification and matching across paints, textiles, plastics, and digital media.
Universal Application
NCS is used by designers, architects, and manufacturers worldwide for interior design, product development, and industrial applications. Its logical structure allows seamless communication between creative professionals and manufacturers, ensuring vision becomes reality without color discrepancies.
Precision & Consistency
Every NCS color is defined by its blackness, chromaticness, and hue, creating a three-dimensional color space that's scientifically accurate. This precision ensures the same NCS code produces identical colors whether specified in paint, fabric, or digital design software.
Professional Standard
NCS is the go-to system for high-stakes projects requiring exact color coordination across multiple materials and suppliers. From luxury hotels to corporate branding, NCS delivers the accuracy, reliability, and international recognition that professionals demand.