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Tainted Garden · Army Painter · ΔE 3.21
BSC No.34 Slate · AK Interactive · ΔE 1.41
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Tainted Garden · Army Painter · ΔE 3.21
BSC No.34 Slate · AK Interactive · ΔE 1.41
| Brand | Colour | Delta E | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK Interactive | BSC No.34 Slate | 1.41 | Excellent |
| AK Interactive | Green | 2.23 | Good |
| AK Interactive | AII Protective (Green) | 3.82 | Good |
| AK Interactive | Feldgray – Field Grey | 4.29 | Good |
| AK Interactive | Forest Green | 5.14 | Acceptable |
| AK Interactive | S.C.C. 15 Olive Drab | 5.14 | Acceptable |
| AK Interactive | British Dark Olive Green PFI | 5.44 | Acceptable |
| AK Interactive | ZB AU Basic Protector | 5.58 | Acceptable |
Protective K is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Protective K equivalent is the strongest substitute listed on this page.
Protective K is a lacquer 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 Protective K 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 Protective K 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.
Protective K is a lacquer paint from AK Interactive. Use it in thin coats and verify the surrounding recipe on a test miniature.
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.