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Quicksilver · Green Stuff World · ΔE 1.93
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Quicksilver · Green Stuff World · ΔE 1.93
| Brand | Colour | Delta E | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Stuff World | Quicksilver | 1.93 | Excellent |
| Citadel (Games Workshop) | Runefang Steel | 2.18 | Good |
| Green Stuff World | Speedmetal Silver | 3.92 | Good |
| Vallejo Model Color | Silver (70.997) | 4.01 | Good |
| Vallejo Game Color | Silver (72.052) | 4.01 | Good |
| Scale75 | Heavy Metal | 4.86 | Good |
| AK Interactive | True Metal Silver | 6.07 | Acceptable |
| Army Painter | Mithril | 3.48 | Good |
Aluminum (3rd Gen) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Aluminum (3rd Gen) equivalent is Quicksilver (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 1.9).
Aluminum (3rd Gen) is a acrylic from AK Interactive, commonly used for armour plates, cloth, and trim work.
This paint is typically used for:
Apply it over a suitable primer and build layers gradually. Coverage sits around reliable, so two thin coats usually give a more stable finish than one heavy pass, especially over a dark primer.
Consider the following when working with this paint:
A good equivalent should remain stable after shading and highlighting. Test this alternative on the same primer and in the same recipe before switching a whole unit.
For best results with Aluminum (3rd Gen) on Warhammer and other miniature projects:
Even small differences can become visible on a finished miniature. This match may behave differently on textured surfaces like cloth, fur, and metal trim once the full recipe is applied.
Choosing the right Aluminum (3rd Gen) equivalent or substitute keeps your scheme consistent from the test model to the full army. Use this comparison to weigh the closest Vallejo, Army Painter, and other cross-brand options before repainting a whole squad.
A useful paint guide should connect colour accuracy, handling, and recipe context in one place.
Aluminum (3rd Gen) is a neutral grey acrylic paint from AK Interactive's 3rd Generation range.
This summary is built from the local usage notes, structured paint detail data, and the same Delta-E matching system used across ChromaStack.
Check finish and coverage on a test miniature if your workflow depends on a very specific texture or transparency.