Tidal Wave: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint Set 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #1278B6
finish translucent
type speedpaint
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.
Citadel
Celestium Blue
ΔE 7.7 · noticeable difference
Vallejo
Blue Wash
ΔE 10.9 · different color
Scale75
Inktense Cyan
ΔE 12.8 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Blue Glaze
ΔE 13.4 · different color
AK Interactive
Turquoise
ΔE 23.8 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 38.9 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Tidal Wave?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Tidal Wave is Celestium Blue (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 7.7 (noticeable difference).
What color is Tidal Wave?
Tidal Wave is a translucent blue miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint Set 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #1278B6 with a translucent finish.