Color Information
HEX
#81282E
RGB
129, 40, 46
LAB
30.4, 38.6, 17.7
Product Code
72.407
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Russet by Mr. Hobby (ΔE 1.1)
purpose: contrast vs paint. ΔE 1.1 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Velvet Red catalog data
More from VallejoVelvet Red by Vallejo (product code 72.407) is cataloged as contrast, transparent, Xpress Color in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #81282E, RGB 129/40/46, and CIELAB 30.4/38.6/17.7. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 9 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
Velvet Red is a warm vibrant red with medium-dark value (L*: 30.4). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 42.5), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
warm
Saturated
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Off-white
Contrast paints require bright primers for their unique pooling effect to work properly
Zenithal (Black base + White highlights)
Creates natural pre-shading that contrast paints will enhance
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
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