Light Grey (70.990)
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Paint equivalent guide
BLUE-GREY AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#C7D0CD)
BLUE-GREY is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest BLUE-GREY equivalent is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to BLUE-GREY is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.1).
For Army Painter, the closest match to BLUE-GREY is Brigade Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.8).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for BLUE-GREY?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to BLUE-GREY in the current local catalogue is Light Grey (70.990) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 5.06).
- Closest overall: Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 5.06)
- Closest Vallejo: Light Grey (70.990) (Delta-E 5.06)
- Closest Army Painter: Brigade Grey (Delta-E 5.78)
Method
Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.
Limits
Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.
What to check before replacing this base
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this base paint:
- Coverage: reliable — check how many coats are needed for full opacity
- Thinning: controlled thinning — verify the right ratio for your technique
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — keep the same surface preparation
- Test swatch: always test the substitute on a spare part first
- Recipe check: compare with the full wash and highlight sequence
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Frequently asked questions
BLUE-GREY is a paint from AK Interactive. Its specific pigment load, drying behaviour, and finish set it apart from other paints in the same category, which is why a direct substitute needs to match more than just the colour value.
The closest Vallejo option is Light Grey (70.990) (Delta E 5.06).
Yes, BLUE-GREY is currently part of the AK Interactive range. Check local stock or equivalent alternatives if the pot is hard to source.
Check Delta-E, finish type, coverage, opacity, and behaviour over your chosen primer. Run a full test with one shade and one highlight pass before applying the substitute to an entire unit.
BLUE-GREY is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest BLUE-GREY equivalent is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to BLUE-GREY is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.1).
For Army Painter, the closest match to BLUE-GREY is Brigade Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.8).
BLUE-GREY is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest BLUE-GREY equivalent is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.1. For Vallejo, the closest match to BLUE-GREY is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.1. For Army Painter, the closest match to BLUE-GREY is Brigade Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.8.
BLUE-GREY Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.1.
BLUE-GREY Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Brigade Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.8.
BLUE-GREY equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, BLUE-GREY requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.1
- Closest Vallejo option : Light Grey (70.990) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.1
- Closest Army Painter option : Brigade Grey (Army Painter) – ΔE 5.8
A paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, shade, and highlight sequence as the original recipe.
Looking at the surrounding palette matters because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, or flatter than expected.
That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
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