Color Information
HEX
#856A67
RGB
133, 106, 103
LAB
47.3, 10.2, 5.8
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Cryptek Armourshade Gloss catalog data
More from CitadelCryptek Armourshade Gloss by Citadel is cataloged as shade, transparent, Shade in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #856A67, RGB 133/106/103, and CIELAB 47.3/10.2/5.8. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Cryptek Armourshade Gloss is a red with medium value (L*: 47.3). This neutral color has muted saturation (chroma: 11.7), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and great for realistic, weathered effects.
Medium
neutral
Muted
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
Subtle, understated color. Excellent for realistic effects, weathering, and natural materials.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey or Tinted Primer
Allows some control over final tone while paint remains luminous
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)
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