TURQUOISE
3rd Generation
Layer Paint
Sons of Horus Green layer equivalents in AK Interactive and Warhammer (#00545E)
As a layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Teal and blue-green colours are prized for cold armour, gemstone effects, and Tzeentchian magic.
The closest Sons of Horus Green equivalent is TURQUOISE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 4.3).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Sons of Horus Green.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sons of Horus Green.
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
TURQUOISEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Seraphon Blue 2Warhammer
ΔE 4.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Zima BlueGreen Stuff World
ΔE 6.6significant colour distance -- test before committing4
Craventhrone Cloak 3Warhammer
ΔE 6.7significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Sons of Horus Green?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Sons of Horus Green in the current local catalogue is TURQUOISE from AK Interactive (Delta-E 4.35).
- Closest overall: TURQUOISE (AK Interactive, Delta-E 4.35)
- Closest Vallejo: Dark Sea Green (70.868) (Delta-E 12.64)
- Closest Army Painter: Deep Azure (Delta-E 6.86)
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 layer
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this layer paint:
- Translucency: opaque — affects layering opacity over the base coat
- Thinning: light thinning — layer paints need controlled dilution
- Coverage: strong — thin passes build smoother transitions
- Recommended primer: a black or dark green primer — primer affects final colour
- Highlight control: check if the layer lifts cleanly over the mid-tone
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Frequently asked questions
Sons of Horus Green is a layer paint from Citadel (Games Workshop). 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, Sons of Horus Green is currently part of the Citadel (Games Workshop) 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 layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Teal and blue-green colours are prized for cold armour, gemstone effects, and Tzeentchian magic.
The closest Sons of Horus Green equivalent is TURQUOISE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 4.3).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Sons of Horus Green.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sons of Horus Green.
As a layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Teal and blue-green colours are prized for cold armour, gemstone effects, and Tzeentchian magic.
The closest Sons of Horus Green equivalent is TURQUOISE (AK Interactive) with Delta E 4.3. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Sons of Horus Green. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sons of Horus Green.
Sons of Horus Green Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Sons of Horus Green.
Sons of Horus Green Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Sons of Horus Green.
Sons of Horus Green equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a layer paint, Sons of Horus Green is designed for smooth transitions and controlled highlights. The colour sits in the teal range, with strong coverage and opaque opacity over a black or dark green primer.
Translucency
Layer paints are more translucent than base paints by design. Sons of Horus Green builds colour gradually, which means a substitute must also layer well without going opaque too quickly or requiring too many coats.
Glazing technique
For best results, thin Sons of Horus Green to light thinning and apply in multiple passes. A substitute that dries too fast or too matte will change how the glaze settles on the model.
Layering transitions
The teal tone of Sons of Horus Green works best when layered from a darker base. Check that the substitute blends gradually without hard edges between coats.
Highlight control
Sons of Horus Green is commonly used for edge highlights and surface detail. A substitute with different thinning behaviour will alter how precisely you can place the highlight.
Nuln Oil, Kabalite Green, Administratum Grey and Coelia Greenshade are common companions to this layer. They were chosen in the original recipe because their coverage, drying speed, and finish layer in the same workflow without forcing extra corrections.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : TURQUOISE (AK Interactive) – ΔE 4.3
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
A layer 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 layer paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
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 too, because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, flatter, or glossier than expected.
That is why the page keeps the recommendation anchored to painting workflow instead of treating Delta-E alone as the final decision.
A useful equivalent page should also reduce buying mistakes: the closer colour is not always the safer option if the bottle dries glossier, covers faster, or behaves differently on large armour panels.
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