Celestium 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 #3C8CC8
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.
Army Painter
Tidal Wave
ΔE 7.7 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Cyan
ΔE 15.3 · different color
Vallejo
Dark Turquoise
ΔE 15.8 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Blue Glaze
ΔE 17.1 · different color
AK Interactive
Glaze Medium -90-
ΔE 25.6 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 42.2 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Army Painter equivalent of Celestium Blue?
The closest Army Painter match for Citadel Celestium Blue is Tidal Wave (Speedpaint Set 2.0) with a ΔE2000 distance of 7.7 (noticeable difference).
What color is Celestium Blue?
Celestium Blue is a translucent blue miniature paint from Citadel (Contrast). Its screen color is approximately #3C8CC8 with a translucent finish.