Color Information
HEX
#8C6B4A
RGB
140, 107, 74
LAB
47.7, 8.7, 23.5
Product Code
76.523
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US Flat Brown by Vallejo (ΔE 1.5)
opacity: transparent vs semi-opaque. ΔE 1.5 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
European Dust catalog data
More from VallejoEuropean Dust by Vallejo (product code 76.523) is cataloged as shade, transparent, Wash FX in the brown color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #8C6B4A, RGB 140/107/74, and CIELAB 47.7/8.7/23.5. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 17 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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Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
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Technical Color Analysis
European Dust is a warm brown with medium value (L*: 47.7). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 25.1), 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 or Tinted Primer
Allows some control over final tone while paint remains luminous
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