Aethermatic Blue: equivalents & matches
Citadel · Contrast. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #1C7E92
finish translucent
type contrast
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.
Scale75
Inktense Cyan
ΔE 2.3 · close match
Vallejo
Dark Turquoise
ΔE 5.8 · noticeable difference
Army Painter
Raging Sea
ΔE 6.4 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Turquoise
ΔE 14.3 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Aztec Turquoise Wash
ΔE 18.5 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 41.4 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Scale75 equivalent of Aethermatic Blue?
The closest Scale75 match for Citadel Aethermatic Blue is Inktense Cyan (SC99, Inktensity) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.3 (close match).
What color is Aethermatic Blue?
Aethermatic Blue is a translucent blue miniature paint from Citadel (Contrast). Its screen color is approximately #1C7E92 with a translucent finish.