Drakenhof Nightshade: equivalents & matches
Citadel · Shade. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #A1A5AF
finish translucent
type wash
family Grey
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
Blue Grey
ΔE 6.7 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Glaze Medium -90-
ΔE 7.2 · noticeable difference
Army Painter
Ashen Stone
ΔE 7.8 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Smoke Grey Wash
ΔE 10.4 · different color
Scale75
Inktense White
ΔE 18.2 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 40.3 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Vallejo equivalent of Drakenhof Nightshade?
The closest Vallejo match for Citadel Drakenhof Nightshade is Blue Grey (76.524, Wash FX) with a ΔE2000 distance of 6.7 (noticeable difference).
What color is Drakenhof Nightshade?
Drakenhof Nightshade is a translucent grey miniature paint from Citadel (Shade). Its screen color is approximately #A1A5AF with a translucent finish.