Color Information
HEX
#1F486B
RGB
31, 72, 107
LAB
29.4, -1.8, -24.5
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Space Wolves Grey catalog data
More from CitadelSpace Wolves Grey by Citadel is cataloged as contrast, transparent, Contrast in the blue color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #1F486B, RGB 31/72/107, and CIELAB 29.4/-1.8/-24.5. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Space Wolves Grey is a dark cool blue with dark value (L*: 29.4). This cool color has moderate saturation (chroma: 24.6), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Dark
cool
Moderate
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
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
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