Deep Yellow (70.915)
Model Color
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Paint equivalent guide
Khemri Sands 5 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#DC9A00)
Khemri Sands 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Khemri Sands 5 equivalent is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Khemri Sands 5 is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Khemri Sands 5.
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Deep Yellow (70.915)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
DIRTY YELLOWAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
MEDIUM SANDAK Interactive
ΔE 4.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Yellow Ochre (70.913)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
SC-11 Sahara YellowScale75
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Khemri Sands 5?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Khemri Sands 5 in the current local catalogue is Zamesi Desert from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 1.77).
- Closest overall: Zamesi Desert (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 1.77)
- Closest Vallejo: Deep Yellow (70.915) (Delta-E 2.9)
- Closest Army Painter: Fiendish Yellow (Delta-E 6.33)
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
Khemri Sands 5 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 Deep Yellow (70.915) (Delta E 2.90).
Yes, Khemri Sands 5 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.
Khemri Sands 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Khemri Sands 5 equivalent is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Khemri Sands 5 is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Khemri Sands 5.
Khemri Sands 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Khemri Sands 5 equivalent is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9. For Vallejo, the closest match to Khemri Sands 5 is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Khemri Sands 5.
Khemri Sands 5 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9.
Khemri Sands 5 Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Khemri Sands 5.
Khemri Sands 5 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Khemri Sands 5 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.9
- Closest Vallejo option : Deep Yellow (70.915) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.9
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
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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