EMERALD METALLIC GREEN
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Paint equivalent guide
Flat Green (70.968) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#387838)
Flat Green (70.968) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Flat Green (70.968) equivalent is EMERALD METALLIC GREEN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Flat Green (70.968) is Goblin Green (72.030) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Flat Green (70.968).
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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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EMERALD METALLIC GREENAK Interactive
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Kasrkin Green 3Warhammer
ΔE 3.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Kruleboyz Green 1Warhammer
ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Goblin Green (72.030)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Lustria Green 3Warhammer
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Flat Green (70.968)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Flat Green (70.968) in the current local catalogue is EMERALD METALLIC GREEN from AK Interactive (Delta-E 2.94).
- Closest overall: EMERALD METALLIC GREEN (AK Interactive, Delta-E 2.94)
- Closest Vallejo: Goblin Green (72.030) (Delta-E 3.9)
- Closest Army Painter: Greenskin (Delta-E 4.92)
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
Flat Green (70.968) is a paint from Vallejo Model 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 Goblin Green (72.030) (Delta E 3.90).
Yes, Flat Green (70.968) is currently part of the Vallejo Model 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.
Flat Green (70.968) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Flat Green (70.968) equivalent is EMERALD METALLIC GREEN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Flat Green (70.968) is Goblin Green (72.030) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Flat Green (70.968).
Flat Green (70.968) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Flat Green (70.968) equivalent is EMERALD METALLIC GREEN (AK Interactive) with Delta E 2.9. For Vallejo, the closest match to Flat Green (70.968) is Goblin Green (72.030) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.9. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Flat Green (70.968).
Flat Green (70.968) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Goblin Green (72.030) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.9.
Flat Green (70.968) Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Flat Green (70.968).
Flat Green (70.968) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Flat Green (70.968) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep green range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : EMERALD METALLIC GREEN (AK Interactive) – ΔE 2.9
- Closest Vallejo option : Goblin Green (72.030) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.9
- 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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