Color Information
HEX
#70542F
RGB
112, 84, 47
LAB
37.8, 6.9, 25.9
Product Code
AK11437
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Mud Brown by AK Interactive (ΔE 1.7)
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British Uniform Base catalog data
More from AK InteractiveBritish Uniform Base by AK Interactive (product code AK11437) is cataloged as acrylic, Figures (3rd Gen) in the brown color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #70542F, RGB 112/84/47, and CIELAB 37.8/6.9/25.9. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
British Uniform Base is a warm brown with medium-dark value (L*: 37.8). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 26.8), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Medium-Dark
warm
Moderate
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers