Color Information
HEX
#677290
RGB
103, 114, 144
LAB
48.2, 3.1, -17.7
Product Code
96
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FS 35450 Air Superiority Blue by AK Interactive (ΔE 5.7)
Compatibility unverified: purpose: candidate not recorded or recognized; chemistry: both products not recorded or recognized; application: source not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: candidate not recorded or recognized; opacity: source not recorded or recognized. ΔE 5.7 gives a distinct catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Cross-class catalog match
Wisteria by Folk Art (ΔE 3.8)
purpose: varnish vs paint; finish: matte vs satin. ΔE 3.8 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
RAF Blue catalog data
More from HumbrolRAF Blue by Humbrol (product code 96) is cataloged as varnish, matte, Humbrol Acrylics - Matt in the blue color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #677290, RGB 103/114/144, and CIELAB 48.2/3.1/-17.7. 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
RAF Blue is a cool blue with medium value (L*: 48.2). This cool color has moderate saturation (chroma: 18.0), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage.
Medium
cool
Moderate
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
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
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Versatile midtone that can serve as base coat or adjusted layer
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