Color Information
HEX
#0D2540
RGB
13, 37, 64
LAB
14.3, 1.6, -19.9
Product Code
null
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USN/USMC Sea Blue FS 35042 by Mission Models (ΔE 1.2)
purpose: wash vs paint. ΔE 1.2 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Blue Tone catalog data
More from Army PainterBlue Tone by Army Painter (product code null) is cataloged as shade, transparent, Quickshade Washes Set in the blue color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #0D2540, RGB 13/37/64, and CIELAB 14.3/1.6/-19.9. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 16 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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Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
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Technical Color Analysis
Blue Tone is a very dark cool blue with very dark value (L*: 14.3). This cool color has moderate saturation (chroma: 20.0), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Very Dark
cool
Moderate
Near-black color that absorbs most light. Excellent for deep shadows and void effects.
Cool color that recedes visually. Creates depth and calm. Excellent for shadows when mixed with warm base tones.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey or Tinted Primer
Allows some control over final tone while paint remains luminous
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very dark value makes this ideal for deepest shadows and lining
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