Color Information
HEX
#9C5158
RGB
156, 81, 88
LAB
43.7, 31.8, 10.1
Product Code
171
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Super Wash Red catalog data
More from Coat d'ArmsSuper Wash Red by Coat d'Arms (product code 171) is cataloged as acrylic, Fantasy Range in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #9C5158, RGB 156/81/88, and CIELAB 43.7/31.8/10.1. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 18 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
Super Wash Red is a warm red with medium-dark value (L*: 43.7). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 33.4), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
warm
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.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Medium value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering
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