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Steampunk Copper Green Stuff World metallic paint equivalents (#CD7F32)
Steampunk Copper is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Steampunk Copper equivalent is Fulgurite Copper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 4.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Steampunk Copper is Hammered Copper (72.059) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.5).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Steampunk Copper.
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Hammered Copper (72.059)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 5.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
SC-91 Pure CopperScale75
ΔE 5.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
True Metal CopperAK Interactive
ΔE 7.6significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Steampunk Copper?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Steampunk Copper in the current local catalogue is Fulgurite Copper from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 4.85).
- Closest overall: Fulgurite Copper (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 4.85)
- Closest Vallejo: Hammered Copper (72.059) (Delta-E 5.46)
- Closest Army Painter: Greedy Gold (Delta-E 8.53)
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 metallic
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this metallic paint:
- Pigment size: metallic flakes settle — stir thoroughly before use
- Primer: the primer already used in your recipe — black primer gives a truer metallic sheen
- Thinning: controlled thinning — too much water dulls the metallic particles
- Coverage: reliable — metallics may need multiple thin coats
- Varnish: matte varnish kills metallic reflections — use satin or gloss
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Frequently asked questions
Steampunk Copper 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 Hammered Copper (72.059) (Delta E 5.46).
Yes, Steampunk Copper 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.
Steampunk Copper is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Steampunk Copper equivalent is Fulgurite Copper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 4.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Steampunk Copper is Hammered Copper (72.059) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.5).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Steampunk Copper.
Steampunk Copper is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Steampunk Copper equivalent is Fulgurite Copper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 4.8. For Vallejo, the closest match to Steampunk Copper is Hammered Copper (72.059) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.5. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Steampunk Copper.
Steampunk Copper Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Hammered Copper (72.059) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.5.
Steampunk Copper Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Steampunk Copper.
Steampunk Copper equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, Steampunk Copper reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Pigment particle size
Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. Steampunk Copper has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how Steampunk Copper reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
Steampunk Copper is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on Steampunk Copper must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. Steampunk Copper may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Fulgurite Copper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 4.8
- Closest Vallejo option : Hammered Copper (72.059) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 5.5
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
A metallic paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, wash, and varnish 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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