Paint equivalent guide

Ash Grey Equivalent

Ash Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ash Grey equivalent is Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.3).
For the Ash Grey equivalent Vallejo, Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.3).
The best Ash Grey Army Painter equivalent is Grey Castle (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.5).

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Top 5 closest equivalents

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

1
Neutral Grey (70.992)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.3slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
DARK ALUMINUMAK Interactive
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
ChainmailCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
Boltgun MetalCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
Leadbelcher SprayCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Ash Grey?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Ash Grey in the current local catalogue is Neutral Grey (70.992) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 2.33).

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

Ash Grey is a paint from Army Painter. 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 Neutral Grey (70.992) (Delta E 2.33).

Yes, Ash Grey is currently part of the Army Painter 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.

Ash Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ash Grey equivalent is Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.3).
For the Ash Grey equivalent Vallejo, Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.3).
The best Ash Grey Army Painter equivalent is Grey Castle (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.5).

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

The closest Ash Grey equivalent is Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.3. For a Ash Grey equivalent Vallejo match, Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.3 is the closest pick. The best Ash Grey Army Painter equivalent is Grey Castle (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.5.

Ash Grey Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.3.

Ash Grey Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Grey Castle (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.5.

Ash Grey equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, Ash Grey requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.3
  • Closest Vallejo option : Neutral Grey (70.992) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.3
  • Closest Army Painter option : Grey Castle (Army Painter) – ΔE 6.5

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.