Paint equivalent guide

Sky Blue Equivalent

SKY BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SKY BLUE equivalent is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.0).
For the SKY BLUE equivalent Vallejo, Verdigris (72.096) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 11.2).
The best SKY BLUE Army Painter equivalent is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.0).

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Top 3 closest equivalents

These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Neptune GlowArmy Painter
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
2
Marine MistArmy Painter
ΔE 6.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
AquamarineArmy Painter
ΔE 6.3significant colour distance -- test before committing

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for SKY BLUE?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to SKY BLUE in the current local catalogue is Neptune Glow from Army Painter (Delta-E 4.04).

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

SKY BLUE 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 Verdigris (72.096) (Delta E 11.19).

Yes, SKY BLUE 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.

SKY BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SKY BLUE equivalent is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.0).
For the SKY BLUE equivalent Vallejo, Verdigris (72.096) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 11.2).
The best SKY BLUE Army Painter equivalent is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.0).

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

The closest SKY BLUE equivalent is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.0. For a SKY BLUE equivalent Vallejo match, Verdigris (72.096) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 11.2 is the closest pick. The best SKY BLUE Army Painter equivalent is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.0.

SKY BLUE Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Verdigris (72.096) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 11.2.

SKY BLUE Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Neptune Glow (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.0.

SKY BLUE equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, SKY BLUE requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the teal range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Neptune Glow (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.0
  • Closest Vallejo option : Verdigris (72.096) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 11.2
  • Closest Army Painter option : Neptune Glow (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.0

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.