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Paint equivalent guide
Dataslate Grey 1 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#2B2D28)
Dataslate Grey 1 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Dataslate Grey 1 equivalent is Dryad Bark (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.1).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Dataslate Grey 1.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Dataslate Grey 1 is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.8).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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SMOKE BLACKAK Interactive
ΔE 3.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
GERMAN GREYAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
NATO Black (3rd Gen)AK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
TENEBROUS GREYAK Interactive
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Dataslate Grey 1?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Dataslate Grey 1 in the current local catalogue is Olive Drab from AK Interactive (Delta-E 0.85).
- Closest overall: Olive Drab (AK Interactive, Delta-E 0.85)
- Closest Vallejo: Black (70.950) (Delta-E 6.93)
- Closest Army Painter: Midnight Olive (Delta-E 4.77)
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
Dataslate Grey 1 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, Dataslate Grey 1 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.
Dataslate Grey 1 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Dataslate Grey 1 equivalent is Dryad Bark (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.1).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Dataslate Grey 1.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Dataslate Grey 1 is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.8).
Dataslate Grey 1 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Dataslate Grey 1 equivalent is Dryad Bark (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 2.1. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Dataslate Grey 1. For Army Painter, the closest match to Dataslate Grey 1 is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.8.
Dataslate Grey 1 Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Dataslate Grey 1.
Dataslate Grey 1 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.8.
Dataslate Grey 1 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Dataslate Grey 1 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the near-black range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Dryad Bark (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 2.1
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : Midnight Olive (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.8
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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