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Stonewall Grey (72.049) Vallejo Game Color acrylic paint equivalents (#9AA0A8)
Stonewall Grey (72.049) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stonewall Grey (72.049) equivalent is Grey Seer (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 3.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Stonewall Grey (72.049) is Sky Grey (70.989) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.1).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Stonewall Grey (72.049) is Ash Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.4).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Blackstone Void 4Warhammer
ΔE 3.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
PALE GREYAK Interactive
ΔE 5.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
SC-03 GraphiteScale75
ΔE 5.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Sky Grey (70.989)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 6.1significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Stonewall Grey (72.049)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Stonewall Grey (72.049) in the current local catalogue is Blackstone Void 4 from Warhammer (Delta-E 3.27).
- Closest overall: Blackstone Void 4 (Warhammer, Delta-E 3.27)
- Closest Vallejo: Sky Grey (70.989) (Delta-E 6.1)
- Closest Army Painter: Ash Grey (Delta-E 5.42)
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
Stonewall Grey (72.049) is a paint from Vallejo Game Color. 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 Sky Grey (70.989) (Delta E 6.10).
Yes, Stonewall Grey (72.049) is currently part of the Vallejo Game Color 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.
Stonewall Grey (72.049) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stonewall Grey (72.049) equivalent is Grey Seer (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 3.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Stonewall Grey (72.049) is Sky Grey (70.989) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.1).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Stonewall Grey (72.049) is Ash Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.4).
Stonewall Grey (72.049) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stonewall Grey (72.049) equivalent is Grey Seer (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 3.4. For Vallejo, the closest match to Stonewall Grey (72.049) is Sky Grey (70.989) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.1. For Army Painter, the closest match to Stonewall Grey (72.049) is Ash Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.4.
Stonewall Grey (72.049) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Sky Grey (70.989) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.1.
Stonewall Grey (72.049) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Ash Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.4.
Stonewall Grey (72.049) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Stonewall Grey (72.049) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Grey Seer (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 3.4
- Closest Vallejo option : Sky Grey (70.989) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.1
- Closest Army Painter option : Ash Grey (Army Painter) – ΔE 5.4
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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