Researched paint note
What should you know about Dark green?
| Brand | Range | Product code | Type | Catalog color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamiya | Tamiya Spray | TS-2 | acrylic | #1A2D0F |
Who is this spray for?
Tamiya describes these cans as useful for painting large surfaces, so it suits broad coverage and base coating rather than small touch-ups.
Is it the same as a Tamiya acrylic pot?
No. Tamiya describes the spray paint as a synthetic lacquer that cures quickly and is not affected by acrylic or enamel paints. That is a different product class from the water-based acrylic jars, so it behaves differently.
What does the code tell you?
TS-2 is the spray reference. Tamiya uses Dark Green as a color name in more than one line, so the spray reference and item number identify this product where the color name does not.
What should you verify before ordering?
Check for Tamiya Color Spray, reference TS-2, item number 85002, and the 100 ml can described on Tamiya's page.
Which catalog colors are closest?
ΔE compares the listed digital color values only. Each row also compares the stored catalog attributes — purpose, chemistry, application, effect, finish and opacity. A conflicting attribute is flagged as a mismatch, a missing one as unverified, and neither is a physical substitute. How these matches are computed.
| Paint | Brand | ΔE | Catalog compatibility | Match type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark green (Luftwaffe) | Tamiya | 3.2 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedpurpose: candidate not recorded or recognized; chemistry: candidate not recorded or recognized | Nearby color |
| Olivegrove Green | Green Stuff World | 3.7 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedapplication: candidate not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized | Nearby color |
| Real Green | Apple Barrel | 4.6 | Catalog attribute conflictCross-classpurpose: paint vs varnish | Nearby color |
| Olivegrove Green | Green Stuff World | 3.7 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedapplication: candidate not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized | Cross-brand |
| Real Green | Apple Barrel | 4.6 | Catalog attribute conflictCross-classpurpose: paint vs varnish | Cross-brand |
| Protective Mc 1200 | AMMO by Mig | 5.5 | Catalog data incompleteUnverifiedapplication: candidate not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized | Cross-brand |
Sources and scope
- Tamiya Color Spray TS-2 product page: First-party Tamiya page: TS-2 Dark Green, item 85002, Tamiya Color Spray, synthetic lacquer, 100 ml can.
Closest catalog colors
Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
Cross-brand catalog colors
Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
Technical Color Analysis
Dark green is a dark green with dark value (L*: 16.2). This neutral color has moderate saturation (chroma: 22.1), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Dark
neutral
Moderate
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
Black or Dark Grey
Dark colors can use fewer coats over dark primers
Grey
Neutral option if you want slightly easier corrections
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very dark value makes this ideal for deepest shadows and lining
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow 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