Color Information
HEX
#C5AB18
RGB
197, 171, 24
LAB
70.2, -4.1, 69.3
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Chromate Yellow Primer Fs33481 by Mr. Hobby (ΔE 3.6)
Compatibility unverified: chemistry: source not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: candidate not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: candidate not recorded or recognized. ΔE 3.6 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Cross-class catalog match
Dark Yellow by Vallejo (ΔE 2.6)
purpose: paint vs wash; opacity: opaque vs transparent. ΔE 2.6 gives a small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Metallic Antique Gold catalog data
More from WarcoloursMetallic Antique Gold by Warcolours is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Metallic paints in the yellow color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #C5AB18, RGB 197/171/24, and CIELAB 70.2/-4.1/69.3. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 11 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
Metallic Antique Gold is a light warm vibrant yellow with light value (L*: 70.2). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 69.4), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Light
warm
Highly Saturated
Bright color good for edge highlights, light sources, and focal point emphasis.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.
Recommended Undercoats
Gloss Black
Dark glossy primer maximizes metallic shine and depth
Dark Brown or Grey
Alternative that provides depth while being more forgiving
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Light value suitable for first highlights or overall brightening
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight 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