Paint equivalent guide

Rose (70.944) Equivalent

Rose (70.944) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Rose (70.944) equivalent is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.0).
For the Rose (70.944) equivalent Vallejo, Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.0).
The best Rose (70.944) Army Painter equivalent is Agate Skin (Army Painter) (ΔE 9.4).

Vallejo Model Color acrylic #D87080

Top 5 closest equivalents

These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Squid Pink (72.013)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
INTENSE PINKAK Interactive
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
SC-03 Antique RoseScale75
ΔE 5.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
FLUORESCENT MAGENTAAK Interactive
ΔE 7.1significant colour distance -- test before committing
5
PURPLE INKAK Interactive
ΔE 8.8significant colour distance -- test before committing

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Rose (70.944)?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Rose (70.944) in the current local catalogue is Squid Pink (72.013) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 2.96).

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

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Frequently asked questions

Rose (70.944) 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 Squid Pink (72.013) (Delta E 2.96).

Yes, Rose (70.944) 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.

Rose (70.944) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Rose (70.944) equivalent is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.0).
For the Rose (70.944) equivalent Vallejo, Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.0).
The best Rose (70.944) Army Painter equivalent is Agate Skin (Army Painter) (ΔE 9.4).

Rose (70.944) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest Rose (70.944) equivalent is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.0. For a Rose (70.944) equivalent Vallejo match, Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.0 is the closest pick. The best Rose (70.944) Army Painter equivalent is Agate Skin (Army Painter) with Delta E 9.4.

Rose (70.944) Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.0.

Rose (70.944) Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Agate Skin (Army Painter) with Delta E 9.4.

Rose (70.944) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, Rose (70.944) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.0
  • Closest Vallejo option : Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.0
  • Closest Army Painter option : Agate Skin (Army Painter) – ΔE 9.4

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.