Color Information
HEX
#6A2C51
RGB
106, 44, 81
LAB
28.0, 32.4, -9.3
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Alizarin Crimson by Folk Art (ΔE 2.8)
Compatibility unverified: chemistry: source not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: candidate not recorded or recognized. ΔE 2.8 gives a small catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
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Garnet Purple Dip by Green Stuff World (ΔE 2.7)
purpose: paint vs ink; opacity: semi-opaque vs transparent. ΔE 2.7 gives a small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Purple 4 catalog data
More from WarcoloursPurple 4 by Warcolours is cataloged as layer, semi-opaque, Layer paints in the pink color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #6A2C51, RGB 106/44/81, and CIELAB 28.0/32.4/-9.3. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 12 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
Purple 4 is a dark pink with dark value (L*: 28.0). This neutral color has saturated saturation (chroma: 33.7), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Dark
neutral
Saturated
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
Black or Dark Grey
Dark colors can use fewer coats over dark primers
Grey
Neutral option if you want slightly easier corrections
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