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Gloss White (70.842) Vallejo Model Color gloss paint equivalents (#F5F5F5)
Gloss White (70.842) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gloss White (70.842) equivalent is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 0.0).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Gloss White (70.842) is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 0.0).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Gloss White (70.842) is Matt White (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Dead White (72.001)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 0.0very strong proximity in the catalogue data2
StormshieldCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 0.8very strong proximity in the catalogue data3
Matt WhiteArmy Painter
ΔE 1.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range4
Corax WhiteCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 2.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable rangeBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Gloss White (70.842)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Gloss White (70.842) in the current local catalogue is Dead White (72.001) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 0.0).
- Closest overall: Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color, Delta-E 0.0)
- Closest Vallejo: Dead White (72.001) (Delta-E 0.0)
- Closest Army Painter: Matt White (Delta-E 1.62)
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
Gloss White (70.842) 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 Dead White (72.001) (Delta E 0.00).
Yes, Gloss White (70.842) 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.
Gloss White (70.842) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gloss White (70.842) equivalent is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 0.0).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Gloss White (70.842) is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 0.0).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Gloss White (70.842) is Matt White (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
Gloss White (70.842) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gloss White (70.842) equivalent is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 0.0. For Vallejo, the closest match to Gloss White (70.842) is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 0.0. For Army Painter, the closest match to Gloss White (70.842) is Matt White (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6.
Gloss White (70.842) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 0.0.
Gloss White (70.842) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Matt White (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6.
Gloss White (70.842) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Gloss White (70.842) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 0.0
- Closest Vallejo option : Dead White (72.001) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 0.0
- Closest Army Painter option : Matt White (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.6
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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