Color Information
HEX
#557989
RGB
85, 121, 137
LAB
48.8, -8.4, -12.8
Product Code
null
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Wolf Grey by Army Painter (ΔE 2.3)
purpose: contrast vs primer. ΔE 2.3 gives a small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Runic Grey catalog data
More from Army PainterRunic Grey by Army Painter (product code null) is cataloged as contrast, transparent, Speedpaint Set 2.0 in the cyan color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #557989, RGB 85/121/137, and CIELAB 48.8/-8.4/-12.8. 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
Runic Grey is a cool cyan with medium value (L*: 48.8). This cool color has moderate saturation (chroma: 15.3), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage.
Medium
cool
Moderate
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
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
White or Off-white
Contrast paints require bright primers for their unique pooling effect to work properly
Zenithal (Black base + White highlights)
Creates natural pre-shading that contrast paints will enhance
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Versatile midtone that can serve as base coat or adjusted layer
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
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