Paint equivalent guide

Deck Tan Equivalent

DECK TAN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest DECK TAN equivalent is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.7).
For the DECK TAN equivalent Vallejo, Ivory (70.918) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.3).
The best DECK TAN Army Painter equivalent is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.7).

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Top 5 closest equivalents

These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Hazardous SmogArmy Painter
ΔE 1.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
Worn StoneArmy Painter
ΔE 2.1slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
3
Great Hall GreyArmy Painter
ΔE 3.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
Ancient StoneArmy Painter
ΔE 3.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
WraithboneCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for DECK TAN?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to DECK TAN in the current local catalogue is Hazardous Smog from Army Painter (Delta-E 1.67).

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:

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Frequently asked questions

DECK TAN 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 Ivory (70.918) (Delta E 7.35).

Yes, DECK TAN 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.

DECK TAN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest DECK TAN equivalent is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.7).
For the DECK TAN equivalent Vallejo, Ivory (70.918) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.3).
The best DECK TAN Army Painter equivalent is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.7).

DECK TAN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest DECK TAN equivalent is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.7. For a DECK TAN equivalent Vallejo match, Ivory (70.918) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.3 is the closest pick. The best DECK TAN Army Painter equivalent is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.7.

DECK TAN Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Ivory (70.918) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.3.

DECK TAN Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.7.

DECK TAN equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, DECK TAN requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.7
  • Closest Vallejo option : Ivory (70.918) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 7.3
  • Closest Army Painter option : Hazardous Smog (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.7

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.