Color Information
HEX
#727556
RGB
114, 117, 86
LAB
48.2, -6.7, 16.8
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Light Earth by Coat d'Arms (ΔE 2.0)
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 2.0 gives a small catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Cross-class catalog match
Ocean Grey by Humbrol (ΔE 1.4)
purpose: paint vs varnish. ΔE 1.4 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Dust In Summertime catalog data
More from Scale75Dust In Summertime by Scale75 is cataloged as acrylic, Soil Works in the yellow color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #727556, RGB 114/117/86, and CIELAB 48.2/-6.7/16.8. 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
Dust In Summertime is a warm yellow with medium value (L*: 48.2). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 18.1), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage.
Medium
warm
Moderate
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.
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