Color Information
HEX
#A85D46
RGB
168, 93, 70
LAB
47.7, 28.3, 26.6
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Deathclaw Brown by Citadel (ΔE 3.1)
purpose: ink vs paint; opacity: transparent vs semi-opaque. ΔE 3.1 gives a small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Swamp Brown catalog data
More from Green Stuff WorldSwamp Brown by Green Stuff World is cataloged as ink, transparent, Intensity Ink in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #A85D46, RGB 168/93/70, and CIELAB 47.7/28.3/26.6. 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
Swamp Brown is a warm red with medium value (L*: 47.7). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 38.8), 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 or Tinted Primer
Allows some control over final tone while paint remains luminous
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