Grey Knights Steel: equivalents & matches
Citadel · Base. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #B0BDC6
finish metallic
type base
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
Sterling Silver
ΔE 3.8 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Mythril Blade
ΔE 5.1 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Silver
ΔE 6.2 · noticeable difference
Army Painter
Silver Dragon
ΔE 6.5 · noticeable difference
Scale75
White Alchemy
ΔE 9.7 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Silver
ΔE 10.1 · different color
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Sterling Silver · 77.121
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Vallejo equivalent of Grey Knights Steel?
The closest Vallejo match for Citadel Grey Knights Steel is Sterling Silver (77.121, TMM Base) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.8 (close match).
What color is Grey Knights Steel?
Grey Knights Steel is a metallic grey miniature paint from Citadel (Base). Its screen color is approximately #B0BDC6 with a metallic finish.