Color Information
HEX
#894E4A
RGB
137, 78, 74
LAB
40.0, 24.3, 13.2
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Raw Sienna by Vallejo (ΔE 2.8)
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 2.8 gives a small catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
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Ur Cloak by Duncan (ΔE 2.8)
purpose: varnish vs paint. ΔE 2.8 gives a small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Rust catalog data
More from RevellRust by Revell is cataloged as varnish, matte, Email Color - Matt in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #894E4A, RGB 137/78/74, and CIELAB 40.0/24.3/13.2. 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
Rust is a warm red with medium-dark value (L*: 40.0). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 27.7), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Medium-Dark
warm
Moderate
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
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
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