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Paint equivalent guide
Blackstone Void 3 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#6E7074)
Blackstone Void 3 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blackstone Void 3 equivalent is Steel Grey (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 4.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Blackstone Void 3 is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Blackstone Void 3 is Uniform Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.8).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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INTERMEDIATE BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 5.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
GREY-BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 5.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Medium Sea Grey (70.870)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Blackstone Void 3?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Blackstone Void 3 in the current local catalogue is Uniform Grey from Army Painter (Delta-E 2.83).
- Closest overall: Uniform Grey (Army Painter, Delta-E 2.83)
- Closest Vallejo: Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Delta-E 5.78)
- Closest Army Painter: Uniform Grey (Delta-E 2.83)
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
Blackstone Void 3 is a paint from Warhammer. 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 Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Delta E 5.78).
Yes, Blackstone Void 3 is currently part of the Warhammer 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.
Blackstone Void 3 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blackstone Void 3 equivalent is Steel Grey (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 4.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Blackstone Void 3 is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Blackstone Void 3 is Uniform Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.8).
Blackstone Void 3 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blackstone Void 3 equivalent is Steel Grey (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 4.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Blackstone Void 3 is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.8. For Army Painter, the closest match to Blackstone Void 3 is Uniform Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.8.
Blackstone Void 3 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.8.
Blackstone Void 3 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Uniform Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.8.
Blackstone Void 3 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Blackstone Void 3 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Steel Grey (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 4.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Medium Sea Grey (70.870) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.8
- Closest Army Painter option : Uniform Grey (Army Painter) – ΔE 2.8
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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