Color Information
HEX
#ACC9FF
RGB
172, 201, 255
LAB
80.6, 2.6, -29.6
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French Hussar Sky Blue by Foundry (ΔE 8.1)
purpose: ink vs paint. ΔE 8.1 gives a distinct catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Sapphire Blue catalog data
More from Green Stuff WorldSapphire Blue by Green Stuff World is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Candy Ink Metallic in the blue color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #ACC9FF, RGB 172/201/255, and CIELAB 80.6/2.6/-29.6. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 8 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
Sapphire Blue is a light cool blue with light value (L*: 80.6). This cool color has moderate saturation (chroma: 29.8), making it excellent for highlights and focal points.
Light
cool
Moderate
Bright color good for edge highlights, light sources, and focal point emphasis.
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
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
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)
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