Color Information
HEX
#734472
RGB
115, 68, 114
LAB
36.0, 28.0, -18.1
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Signal Viollet RAL 4008 by Mr. Paint (ΔE 5.4)
Compatibility unverified: chemistry: source not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: candidate not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: candidate not recorded or recognized. ΔE 5.4 gives a distinct catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Cross-class catalog match
Magos Purple by Citadel (ΔE 5.0)
purpose: paint vs contrast; opacity: opaque vs transparent. ΔE 5.0 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Orchid Purple catalog data
More from Green Stuff WorldOrchid Purple by Green Stuff World is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Metallic Colors in the pink color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #734472, RGB 115/68/114, and CIELAB 36.0/28.0/-18.1. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 14 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
Orchid Purple is a pink with medium-dark value (L*: 36.0). This neutral color has saturated saturation (chroma: 33.4), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
neutral
Saturated
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
Gloss Black
Dark glossy primer maximizes metallic shine and depth
Dark Brown or Grey
Alternative that provides depth while being more forgiving
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