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9 de marzo de 2026 · Tendencias

Terracotta and Earth Tones: The Warm Palette Defining 2026

Terracotta is making a comeback, but in a "washed" version: less saturated, more matte, and with a hint of pink or gray that gives it a contemporary edge.

Color palette

Arcilla rosada
Terracota lavada
Tierra de Siena
Óxido profundo

The Mistake of Using Saturated Terracotta

A highly vibrant terracotta (NCS S 3060-Y60R and similar) can turn a living room into a traditional tavern. The key for 2026 is to lower the saturation: work with chromaticity levels between 20 and 40, while maintaining the Y50R–Y70R hue.

Three Ways to Use Them

  • Subtle: Pinkish clay on one wall, with the rest in off-white.
  • Contrast: Washed terracotta on the walls combined with off-white woodwork and trim.
  • Immersive: Sienna earth on walls + ceiling + baseboards, paired with natural wood flooring.

Practical Equivalencies

  • Pinkish Clay → NCS S 3020-Y60R
  • Washed Terracotta → NCS S 4030-Y60R / Pantone 7522
  • Sienna Earth → NCS S 4040-Y70R / RAL 8023
  • Deep Rust → NCS S 6030-Y70R / RAL 8004