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As a Technical paint, this product delivers a special effect — texture, crackle, gloss, or medium — rather than a standard colour coat. Neutral grey colours bridge the gap between black and white, used for stone, armour, and gradual highlights.
The closest Warpaints Retarder equivalent is Lahmian Medium (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 5.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Warpaints Retarder is Matt Medium (70.540) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.5).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Warpaints Retarder.
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Warpaints Retarder?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Warpaints Retarder in the current local catalogue is Lahmian Medium from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 5.3).
- Closest overall: Lahmian Medium (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 5.3)
- Closest Vallejo: Gloss Medium (70.470) (Delta-E 6.5)
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 technical
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this technical paint:
- Surface prep: the primer already used in your recipe — texture paints need a clean base
- Drying time: crackle effects shrink as they dry — do not disturb
- Overpainting: sharp edges on dry texture catch highlights best
- Sealing: some technical paints need a protective varnish layer
- Medium behaviour: check if the paint is self-levelling or retains texture
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Frequently asked questions
Warpaints Retarder is a technical paint with specific texture, crackle, or medium properties that standard paints cannot replicate by colour alone.
The closest Vallejo option is Matt Medium (70.540) (Delta E 6.50).
Yes, Warpaints Retarder 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.
As a Technical paint, this product delivers a special effect — texture, crackle, gloss, or medium — rather than a standard colour coat. Neutral grey colours bridge the gap between black and white, used for stone, armour, and gradual highlights.
The closest Warpaints Retarder equivalent is Lahmian Medium (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 5.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Warpaints Retarder is Matt Medium (70.540) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.5).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Warpaints Retarder.
As a Technical paint, this product delivers a special effect — texture, crackle, gloss, or medium — rather than a standard colour coat. Neutral grey colours bridge the gap between black and white, used for stone, armour, and gradual highlights.
The closest Warpaints Retarder equivalent is Lahmian Medium (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 5.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Warpaints Retarder is Matt Medium (70.540) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.5. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Warpaints Retarder.
Warpaints Retarder Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Matt Medium (70.540) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.5.
Warpaints Retarder Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Warpaints Retarder.
Warpaints Retarder equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a technical paint, Warpaints Retarder creates specific surface effects beyond simple colour. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Base texture and crackle
Warpaints Retarder relies on a specific base texture to crack or react.
Drying behaviour
The drying speed of Warpaints Retarder determines the crack pattern.
Painting over texture
Once Warpaints Retarder is dry, painting over it requires care.
Sealing and varnish
The finish of Warpaints Retarder may require a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Lahmian Medium (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 5.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Matt Medium (70.540) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.5
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
A technical paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same base, drying, and sealing 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 technical paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
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