Layer Paint

Verminlord Hide Equivalent

As a layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Warm reds like this one are staples for chapter colours, hazard markings, and focal armour accents..
The closest Verminlord Hide equivalent is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.6).
For the Verminlord Hide equivalent Vallejo, Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.6).
The best Verminlord Hide Army Painter equivalent is Resplendent Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.1).

Citadel (Games Workshop) layer #7E3331

Top 4 closest equivalents

These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Red Leather (70.818)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
2
SC-38 Aldebaran RedScale75
ΔE 5.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
Resplendent RedArmy Painter
ΔE 6.1significant colour distance -- test before committing
4
Gory Red (72.011)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 6.6significant colour distance -- test before committing

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Verminlord Hide?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Verminlord Hide in the current local catalogue is Red Leather (70.818) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 4.61).

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:

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Frequently asked questions

Verminlord Hide 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.

The closest Vallejo option is Red Leather (70.818) (Delta E 4.61).

Yes, Verminlord Hide 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. Warm reds like this one are staples for chapter colours, hazard markings, and focal armour accents..
The closest Verminlord Hide equivalent is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.6).
For the Verminlord Hide equivalent Vallejo, Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.6).
The best Verminlord Hide Army Painter equivalent is Resplendent Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.1).

As a layer paint, this colour is formulated for translucency and smooth transitions over an existing basecoat. Warm reds like this one are staples for chapter colours, hazard markings, and focal armour accents..

The closest Verminlord Hide equivalent is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.6. For a Verminlord Hide equivalent Vallejo match, Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.6 is the closest pick. The best Verminlord Hide Army Painter equivalent is Resplendent Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.1.

Verminlord Hide Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.6.

Verminlord Hide Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Resplendent Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.1.

Verminlord Hide equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a layer paint, Verminlord Hide is designed for smooth transitions and controlled highlights. The colour sits in the rich red 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. Verminlord Hide 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 Verminlord Hide 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 rich red tone of Verminlord Hide works best when layered from a darker base. Check that the substitute blends gradually without hard edges between coats.

Highlight control

Verminlord Hide 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 : Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.6
  • Closest Vallejo option : Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.6
  • Closest Army Painter option : Resplendent Red (Army Painter) – ΔE 6.1

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.