#C44C33
AK Interactive

Vermillion

Standard (3rd Gen)

acrylic
red

Color Information

HEX

#C44C33

RGB

196, 76, 51

LAB

48.4, 46.6, 39.1

Product Code

AK11090

Closest catalog-color match

Red Acrylic Color by AK Interactive (ΔE 3.7)

Compatibility unverified: application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: both products not recorded or recognized. ΔE 3.7 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.

Vermillion catalog data

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Vermillion by AK Interactive (product code AK11090) is cataloged as acrylic, Standard (3rd Gen) in the red color family.

Catalog color data: HEX #C44C33, RGB 196/76/51, and CIELAB 48.4/46.6/39.1. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.

PaintAtlas lists 12 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.

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Technical Color Analysis

Vermillion is a warm vibrant red with medium value (L*: 48.4). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 60.8), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.

LightnessL* 48.4

Medium

Temperaturewarm

warm

SaturationC* 60.8

Highly Saturated

Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.

Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.

Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.

Recommended Undercoats

Grey

Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors

Zenithal

Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting

Layering & Paint Order Guide

Base Paint
80% confidence

Medium value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering

Suggested Layer Progression

Shadow
Base
Layer
Highlight

This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.

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