Researched paint note
What should you know about Mephiston Red?
| Brand | Range | Product code | Type | Catalog color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citadel | Air | Not listed | air | #960C09 |
Who should use this comparison?
It suits painters shopping for the Air version or checking nearby reds across ranges. Anyone looking for the Base pot should verify that product separately.
What makes the distinction useful?
The Air product is sold as a 24 ml air-paint variant under product reference 28-02. That makes this page relevant when comparing airbrush colors, while a match to a conventional acrylic still needs a formulation and finish check.
How should the match scores be used?
Use ΔE to shortlist nearby digital colors, not to predict coverage or spray performance. A low score can identify a similar recorded red while leaving viscosity, opacity, and dried finish unanswered.
What should you verify before buying?
Check the Air label, 24 ml format, and reference 28-02. The shared Mephiston Red name does not identify the formulation on its own.
Which catalog colors are closest?
ΔE compares the listed digital color values only. Each row also compares the stored catalog attributes — purpose, chemistry, application, effect, finish and opacity. A conflicting attribute is flagged as a mismatch, a missing one as unverified, and neither is a physical substitute. How these matches are computed.
| Paint | Brand | ΔE | Catalog compatibility | Match type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Madder | Arteza | 1.1 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: source not recorded or recognized; chemistry: source not recorded or recognized | Nearby color |
| Purple Red | Mr. Hobby | 2.3 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: source not recorded or recognized; chemistry: source not recorded or recognized | Nearby color |
| Vermelho Cabelo do Curupira | Tom Color | 2.5 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: source not recorded or recognized; chemistry: source not recorded or recognized | Nearby color |
| Rose Madder | Arteza | 1.1 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: source not recorded or recognized; chemistry: source not recorded or recognized | Cross-brand |
| Purple Red | Mr. Hobby | 2.3 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: source not recorded or recognized; chemistry: source not recorded or recognized | Cross-brand |
| Vermelho Cabelo do Curupira | Tom Color | 2.5 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: source not recorded or recognized; chemistry: source not recorded or recognized | Cross-brand |
Sources and scope
- Citadel Air Mephiston Red product listing: Supports the Air classification, 24 ml format, and product reference 28-02; it is a retailer source rather than a current first-party page.
Closest catalog colors
Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
Cross-brand catalog colors
Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
Technical Color Analysis
Mephiston Red is a warm vibrant red with medium-dark value (L*: 31.3). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 66.5), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
warm
Highly Saturated
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
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
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
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