Color Information
HEX
#C5B49A
RGB
197, 180, 154
LAB
74.1, 1.9, 15.5
Product Code
9432
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Terminatus Stone by Citadel (ΔE 1.1)
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Desert Sand catalog data
More from ReaperDesert Sand by Reaper (product code 9432) is cataloged as acrylic, Master Series Paints Bones in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #C5B49A, RGB 197/180/154, and CIELAB 74.1/1.9/15.5. 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
Desert Sand is a light warm orange with light value (L*: 74.1). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 15.6), making it excellent for highlights and focal points.
Light
warm
Moderate
Bright color good for edge highlights, light sources, and focal point emphasis.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Light Grey
Light colors cover best and show truest over light primers
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Light value suitable for first highlights or overall brightening
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