Color Information
HEX
#4F8384
RGB
79, 131, 132
LAB
51.3, -17.0, -6.0
Product Code
85.074
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Aqua by Folk Art (ΔE 5.2)
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 5.2 gives a distinct catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Cross-class catalog match
Bahama Blue by Apple Barrel (ΔE 1.9)
purpose: paint vs varnish. ΔE 1.9 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Colonial Green catalog data
More from VallejoColonial Green by Vallejo (product code 85.074) is cataloged as acrylic, Arte Deco in the cyan color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #4F8384, RGB 79/131/132, and CIELAB 51.3/-17.0/-6.0. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 16 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
Colonial Green is a cool cyan with medium value (L*: 51.3). This cool color has moderate saturation (chroma: 18.1), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage.
Medium
cool
Moderate
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
Cool color that recedes visually. Creates depth and calm. Excellent for shadows when mixed with warm base tones.
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