Maize Yellow: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #C8A55F
finish translucent
type contrast
family Orange
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.
Vallejo
Bag of Bones
ΔE 4.2 · close match
Citadel
Bad Moon Yellow
ΔE 4.9 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Archaic Sepia Wash
ΔE 5.8 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Yellow
ΔE 7.1 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Yellow
ΔE 14.3 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 41.3 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Vallejo equivalent of Maize Yellow?
The closest Vallejo match for Army Painter Maize Yellow is Bag of Bones (72.450, Xpress Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.2 (close match).
What color is Maize Yellow?
Maize Yellow is a translucent orange miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #C8A55F with a translucent finish.