Color Information
HEX
#241C31
RGB
36, 28, 49
LAB
12.1, 9.4, -12.5
Product Code
null
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Nightshade Purple by Reaper (ΔE 2.5)
purpose: wash vs paint. ΔE 2.5 gives a small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Purple Tone catalog data
More from Army PainterPurple Tone by Army Painter (product code null) is cataloged as shade, transparent, Warpaints Fanatic Wash in the purple color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #241C31, RGB 36/28/49, and CIELAB 12.1/9.4/-12.5. 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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Technical Color Analysis
Purple Tone is a very dark purple with very dark value (L*: 12.1). This neutral color has moderate saturation (chroma: 15.6), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Very Dark
neutral
Moderate
Near-black color that absorbs most light. Excellent for deep shadows and void effects.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
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