Color Information
HEX
#AC2D84
RGB
172, 45, 132
LAB
41.7, 58.8, -19.7
Product Code
85.049
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Podge Pink by Folk Art (ΔE 2.9)
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Bougainvillea catalog data
More from VallejoBougainvillea by Vallejo (product code 85.049) is cataloged as acrylic, Arte Deco in the pink color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #AC2D84, RGB 172/45/132, and CIELAB 41.7/58.8/-19.7. 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
Bougainvillea is a vibrant pink with medium-dark value (L*: 41.7). This neutral color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 62.0), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
neutral
Highly Saturated
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
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 value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering
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