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Zima Blue Green Stuff World basic paint equivalents (#2F4F4F)
Zima Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Zima Blue equivalent is Dark Reaper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Zima Blue is Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.1).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Zima Blue.
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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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Dark ReaperCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 2.2slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
TURQUOISEAK Interactive
ΔE 5.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Dark Sea Green (70.868)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 6.1significant colour distance -- test before committing4
Mechanicus Standard GreyCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 6.1significant colour distance -- test before committing5
Sons of Horus GreenCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 6.6significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Zima Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Zima Blue in the current local catalogue is Dark Reaper from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 2.21).
- Closest overall: Dark Reaper (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 2.21)
- Closest Vallejo: Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Delta-E 6.13)
- Closest Army Painter: Scarab Green (Delta-E 7.36)
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
Zima Blue 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 Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Delta E 6.13).
Yes, Zima Blue 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.
Zima Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Zima Blue equivalent is Dark Reaper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Zima Blue is Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.1).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Zima Blue.
Zima Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Zima Blue equivalent is Dark Reaper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 2.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to Zima Blue is Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.1. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Zima Blue.
Zima Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.1.
Zima Blue Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Zima Blue.
Zima Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Zima Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the teal range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Dark Reaper (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 2.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.1
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
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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