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BSC No.28 Silver Grey AK Interactive lacquer paint equivalents (#888E52)
BSC No.28 Silver Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest BSC No.28 Silver Grey equivalent is the strongest substitute listed on this page.
No close Vallejo equivalent found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for BSC No.28 Silver Grey?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to BSC No.28 Silver Grey in the current local catalogue is Camo Green from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 0.4).
- Closest overall: Camo Green (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 0.4)
- Closest Vallejo: Yellow Green (70.881) (Delta-E 7.05)
- Closest Army Painter: Olive Drab (Delta-E 3.62)
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 metallic
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this metallic 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
BSC No.28 Silver 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, BSC No.28 Silver 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.
BSC No.28 Silver Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest BSC No.28 Silver Grey equivalent is the strongest substitute listed on this page.
No close Vallejo equivalent found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
BSC No.28 Silver Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest BSC No.28 Silver Grey equivalent is the strongest substitute listed on this page. No close Vallejo equivalent found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey. No close Army Painter equivalent found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
BSC No.28 Silver Grey Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
BSC No.28 Silver Grey Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for BSC No.28 Silver Grey.
BSC No.28 Silver Grey equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, BSC No.28 Silver Grey reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the warm yellow range.
Pigment particle size
Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. BSC No.28 Silver Grey has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how BSC No.28 Silver Grey reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
BSC No.28 Silver Grey is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on BSC No.28 Silver Grey must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. BSC No.28 Silver Grey may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : the strongest substitute listed on this page
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
A metallic paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, wash, and varnish 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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