NCS Greys Light Gray 1500-N
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Colors shown are for reference; actual paint may look different on your walls based on lighting, surface, and surroundings.
The Science & Mood of Light Gray
Light Gray tones evoke calmness, sophistication, and neutrality, making them excellent at balancing bold colors or providing a modern, minimalist look. Light Gray are remarkably versatile, harmonizing with almost any color palette while reducing visual clutter.
Explore Light Gray - part of the GREYS colour family - an excellent choice with Living rooms, offices, bedrooms, and contemporary spaces..
Living rooms, offices, bedrooms, and contemporary spaces
Promotes focus, flexibility in décor, and a timeless elegance.
- Warm greys soften contemporary spaces.
- Layer textures (linen, wool) to avoid a flat look.
- Matte or eggshell walls
- Satin on trims
Frequently Asked Questions
About Light Gray 1500-N
Light Gray (1500-N) is a very light, neutral shade from NCS, with an LRV of roughly 69. Not too pale, not too heavy. You get visible colour and the room still feels open. With such a neutral base, it works as a backdrop for bolder cushions, art or a darker accent wall.
- HEX
- #D8D8D8
- RGB
- 216, 216, 216
- LRV (approx.)
- 69
- Tone
- very light, neutral
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Closest matches in other paint brands
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- Soft MaterialBirla Opus · NN 9576
- Touch Of GreyDulux · 2951860
- Sky Tint-nAsian Paints · K100
- Standing StillNerolac · 4528
- Lavender DelightBerger · 7P2994
- Suave MauveMRF Paints · MRF-834
- Modern PinkJSW · 4121
- Olympus WhiteSherwin Williams · SW6253
- Iris TipNippon · NP OW 1052 P
- SilverberryJK Maxx · DAD5D4
- Sea SaltShalimar · AP52-1
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.