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LEMON YELLOW AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#FFE221)
LEMON YELLOW is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest LEMON YELLOW equivalent is Phalanx Yellow (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 0.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to LEMON YELLOW is Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 3.0).
For Army Painter, the closest match to LEMON YELLOW is Sunpetal (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for LEMON YELLOW?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to LEMON YELLOW in the current local catalogue is Phalanx Yellow from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 0.78).
- Closest overall: Phalanx Yellow (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 0.78)
- Closest Vallejo: Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Delta-E 3.0)
- Closest Army Painter: Sunpetal (Delta-E 1.55)
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
LEMON YELLOW 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 Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Delta E 3.00).
Yes, LEMON YELLOW 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.
LEMON YELLOW is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest LEMON YELLOW equivalent is Phalanx Yellow (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 0.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to LEMON YELLOW is Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 3.0).
For Army Painter, the closest match to LEMON YELLOW is Sunpetal (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
LEMON YELLOW is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest LEMON YELLOW equivalent is Phalanx Yellow (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 0.8. For Vallejo, the closest match to LEMON YELLOW is Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 3.0. For Army Painter, the closest match to LEMON YELLOW is Sunpetal (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6.
LEMON YELLOW Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 3.0.
LEMON YELLOW Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Sunpetal (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6.
LEMON YELLOW equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, LEMON YELLOW requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm yellow range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Phalanx Yellow (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 0.8
- Closest Vallejo option : Lemon Yellow (70.952) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 3.0
- Closest Army Painter option : Sunpetal (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.6
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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