Color Information
HEX
#E5550F
RGB
229, 85, 15
LAB
55.3, 53.4, 62.1
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Rust by Vallejo (ΔE 1.9)
purpose: varnish vs paint. ΔE 1.9 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Orange catalog data
More from RevellOrange by Revell is cataloged as varnish, gloss, Email Color - Gloss in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #E5550F, RGB 229/85/15, and CIELAB 55.3/53.4/62.1. 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
Orange is a warm vibrant orange with medium-light value (L*: 55.3). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 81.9), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Light
warm
Highly Saturated
Lighter midtone excellent for first highlights or as a lighter base coat option.
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
Medium-light value works as an intermediate layer between base and highlight
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a layer 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