Blue Tone: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Quickshade Washes Set. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #0D2540
finish translucent
type wash
family Blue
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 6.1 · noticeable difference
Citadel
Ultramarines Blue
ΔE 7.0 · noticeable difference
Vallejo
Legacy Blue - Intense
ΔE 7.2 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Black
ΔE 7.9 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Tempest Blue Wash
ΔE 10.8 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 16.2 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the AK Interactive equivalent of Blue Tone?
The closest AK Interactive match for Army Painter Blue Tone is Clear Blue (AK11214, 3rd Gen Acrylic Clear) with a ΔE2000 distance of 6.1 (noticeable difference).
What color is Blue Tone?
Blue Tone is a translucent blue miniature paint from Army Painter (Quickshade Washes Set). Its screen color is approximately #0D2540 with a translucent finish.