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NEUTRAL GREY AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#686F69)
NEUTRAL GREY is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest NEUTRAL GREY equivalent is Dawnstone (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 1.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to NEUTRAL GREY is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.2).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for NEUTRAL GREY.
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for NEUTRAL GREY?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to NEUTRAL GREY in the current local catalogue is Dawnstone from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 1.07).
- Closest overall: Dawnstone (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 1.07)
- Closest Vallejo: Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Delta-E 4.22)
- Closest Army Painter: Bramble Grove (Delta-E 7.17)
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
NEUTRAL 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 Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Delta E 4.22).
Yes, NEUTRAL 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.
NEUTRAL GREY is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest NEUTRAL GREY equivalent is Dawnstone (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 1.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to NEUTRAL GREY is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.2).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for NEUTRAL GREY.
NEUTRAL GREY is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest NEUTRAL GREY equivalent is Dawnstone (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 1.1. For Vallejo, the closest match to NEUTRAL GREY is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.2. No close Army Painter equivalent found for NEUTRAL GREY.
NEUTRAL GREY Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.2.
NEUTRAL GREY Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for NEUTRAL GREY.
NEUTRAL GREY equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, NEUTRAL GREY requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Dawnstone (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 1.1
- Closest Vallejo option : Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.2
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
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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