Paint equivalent guide

Deep Brown Equivalent

DEEP BROWN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest DEEP BROWN equivalent is Vermin Fur (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.2).
For the DEEP BROWN equivalent Vallejo, Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 3.2).
The best DEEP BROWN Army Painter equivalent is Viper Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 7.2).

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Top 4 closest equivalents

These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Brown Glaze (70.854)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
2
Ochre Brown (70.856)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
SC-31 Brown LeatherScale75
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
SC-53 Brown LeatherScale75
ΔE 3.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for DEEP BROWN?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to DEEP BROWN in the current local catalogue is Vermin Fur from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 2.25).

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

DEEP BROWN 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 Brown Glaze (70.854) (Delta E 3.17).

Yes, DEEP BROWN 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.

DEEP BROWN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest DEEP BROWN equivalent is Vermin Fur (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.2).
For the DEEP BROWN equivalent Vallejo, Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 3.2).
The best DEEP BROWN Army Painter equivalent is Viper Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 7.2).

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

The closest DEEP BROWN equivalent is Vermin Fur (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 2.2. For a DEEP BROWN equivalent Vallejo match, Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 3.2 is the closest pick. The best DEEP BROWN Army Painter equivalent is Viper Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 7.2.

DEEP BROWN Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 3.2.

DEEP BROWN Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Viper Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 7.2.

DEEP BROWN equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

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

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Vermin Fur (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 2.2
  • Closest Vallejo option : Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 3.2
  • Closest Army Painter option : Viper Brown (Army Painter) – ΔE 7.2

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.