#EE2C24
P3 Formula

Ember Orange

Privateer Press Formula P3

acrylic
red

Color Information

HEX

#EE2C24

RGB

238, 44, 36

LAB

52.0, 70.4, 52.8

Closest catalog-color match

Khador Red Base by P3 Formula (ΔE 0.0)

Compatibility unverified: 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 0.0 gives nearly equal catalog color values. Check product specifications before substituting.

Ember Orange catalog data

More from P3 Formula

Ember Orange by P3 Formula is cataloged as acrylic, Privateer Press Formula P3 in the red color family.

Catalog color data: HEX #EE2C24, RGB 238/44/36, and CIELAB 52.0/70.4/52.8. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.

PaintAtlas lists 20 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

Ember Orange is a warm vibrant red with medium value (L*: 52.0). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 88.0), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.

LightnessL* 52.0

Medium

Temperaturewarm

warm

SaturationC* 88.0

Highly 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.

Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.

Recommended Undercoats

Grey

Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors

Zenithal

Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting

Layering & Paint Order Guide

Base Paint
80% confidence

Medium value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering

Suggested Layer Progression

Shadow
Base
Layer
Highlight

This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.

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