Color Information
HEX
#E5C0B4
RGB
229, 192, 180
LAB
80.5, 11.3, 11.0
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Hazard Yellow Wash catalog data
More from DuncanHazard Yellow Wash by Duncan is cataloged as acrylic, Wave 3 in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #E5C0B4, RGB 229/192/180, and CIELAB 80.5/11.3/11.0. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Hazard Yellow Wash is a light warm red with light value (L*: 80.5). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 15.8), making it excellent for highlights and focal points.
Light
warm
Moderate
Bright color good for edge highlights, light sources, and focal point emphasis.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Light Grey
Light colors cover best and show truest over light primers
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very light value perfect for edge highlights and brightest points
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
This paint is already light - ideal for edge 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