ENGLISH GREY
3rd Generation
Layer Paint
Stormvermin Fur layer equivalents in Warhammer and AK Interactive (#6D655F)
As a layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Orange hues add warmth and contrast to fabrics, flames, and faction-specific trim details.
The closest Stormvermin Fur equivalent is ENGLISH GREY (AK Interactive) (ΔE 5.2).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Stormvermin Fur.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Stormvermin Fur.
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Dataslate Grey 4Warhammer
ΔE 4.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
ENGLISH GREYAK Interactive
ΔE 5.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Gnarlwood 4Warhammer
ΔE 5.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
GUN METALAK Interactive
ΔE 5.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
INTERMEDIATE BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 6.2significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Stormvermin Fur?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Stormvermin Fur in the current local catalogue is Quarzgrau – Quartz Grey from AK Interactive (Delta-E 4.64).
- Closest overall: Quarzgrau – Quartz Grey (AK Interactive, Delta-E 4.64)
- Closest Vallejo: Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Delta-E 8.66)
- Closest Army Painter: Onyx Skin (Delta-E 6.97)
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: stable — affects layering opacity over the base coat
- Thinning: controlled thinning — layer paints need controlled dilution
- Coverage: reliable — thin passes build smoother transitions
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — primer affects final colour
- Highlight control: check if the layer lifts cleanly over the mid-tone
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Frequently asked questions
Stormvermin Fur 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, Stormvermin Fur 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. Orange hues add warmth and contrast to fabrics, flames, and faction-specific trim details.
The closest Stormvermin Fur equivalent is ENGLISH GREY (AK Interactive) (ΔE 5.2).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Stormvermin Fur.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Stormvermin Fur.
As a layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Orange hues add warmth and contrast to fabrics, flames, and faction-specific trim details.
The closest Stormvermin Fur equivalent is ENGLISH GREY (AK Interactive) with Delta E 5.2. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Stormvermin Fur. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Stormvermin Fur.
Stormvermin Fur Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Stormvermin Fur.
Stormvermin Fur Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Stormvermin Fur.
Stormvermin Fur equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a layer paint, Stormvermin Fur is designed for smooth transitions and controlled highlights. The colour sits in the warm orange range, with reliable coverage and stable opacity over the primer already used in your recipe.
Translucency
Layer paints are more translucent than base paints by design. Stormvermin Fur 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 Stormvermin Fur to controlled 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 warm orange tone of Stormvermin Fur works best when layered from a darker base. Check that the substitute blends gradually without hard edges between coats.
Highlight control
Stormvermin Fur is commonly used for edge highlights and surface detail. A substitute with different thinning behaviour will alter how precisely you can place the highlight.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : ENGLISH GREY (AK Interactive) – ΔE 5.2
- 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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