Grim Black: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint Set. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #191915
finish translucent
type speedpaint
family Black
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.
Citadel
Black Templar
ΔE 3.0 · close match
AK Interactive
Carbon Black
ΔE 5.4 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 5.5 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Black Ink
ΔE 5.6 · noticeable difference
Vallejo
Black
ΔE 5.9 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Black
ΔE 10.7 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Grim Black?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Grim Black is Black Templar (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.0 (close match).
What color is Grim Black?
Grim Black is a translucent black miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint Set). Its screen color is approximately #191915 with a translucent finish.