Color Information
HEX
#B26E5B
RGB
178, 110, 91
LAB
53.4, 24.9, 22.0
Product Code
119B
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Transparent Brown by Warcolours (ΔE 3.8)
Compatibility unverified: chemistry: source not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: both products not recorded or recognized. ΔE 3.8 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
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Rust by Humbrol (ΔE 1.5)
purpose: paint vs varnish. ΔE 1.5 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
South American Flesh catalog data
More from FoundrySouth American Flesh by Foundry (product code 119B) is cataloged as dry, Foundry Paint System in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #B26E5B, RGB 178/110/91, and CIELAB 53.4/24.9/22.0. 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
South American Flesh is a warm red with medium value (L*: 53.4). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 33.2), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium
warm
Saturated
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
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