Blue Violet (70.811)
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Bluegrey Dusk Green Stuff World basic paint equivalents (#6A5ACD)
Bluegrey Dusk is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Bluegrey Dusk equivalent is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Bluegrey Dusk is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Bluegrey Dusk is Cultist Purple (Army Painter) (ΔE 8.7).
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Blue Violet (70.811)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 7.8significant colour distance -- test before committing2
Genestealer PurpleCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 8.0significant colour distance -- test before committing3
Cultist PurpleArmy Painter
ΔE 8.7significant colour distance -- test before committing4
Shalaxi Violet 4Warhammer
ΔE 9.3significant colour distance -- test before committing5
Hive Fleet Purple 4Warhammer
ΔE 10.1significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Bluegrey Dusk?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Bluegrey Dusk in the current local catalogue is Blue Violet (70.811) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 7.77).
- Closest overall: Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 7.77)
- Closest Vallejo: Blue Violet (70.811) (Delta-E 7.77)
- Closest Army Painter: Cultist Purple (Delta-E 8.67)
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
Bluegrey Dusk is a paint from Green Stuff World. 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 Blue Violet (70.811) (Delta E 7.77).
Yes, Bluegrey Dusk is currently part of the Green Stuff World 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.
Bluegrey Dusk is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Bluegrey Dusk equivalent is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Bluegrey Dusk is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Bluegrey Dusk is Cultist Purple (Army Painter) (ΔE 8.7).
Bluegrey Dusk is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Bluegrey Dusk equivalent is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.8. For Vallejo, the closest match to Bluegrey Dusk is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.8. For Army Painter, the closest match to Bluegrey Dusk is Cultist Purple (Army Painter) with Delta E 8.7.
Bluegrey Dusk Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.8.
Bluegrey Dusk Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Cultist Purple (Army Painter) with Delta E 8.7.
Bluegrey Dusk equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Bluegrey Dusk requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 7.8
- Closest Vallejo option : Blue Violet (70.811) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 7.8
- Closest Army Painter option : Cultist Purple (Army Painter) – ΔE 8.7
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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