Dead Flesh: equivalents & matches

Vallejo · Hobby Paint · 28.022. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #B6A26F finish matte type color family Orange

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
Morghast Bone
Base
ΔE 2.4 · close match
Pro Acryl
Khaki 061
Pro Acryl Standard
ΔE 2.6 · close match
AK Interactive
Light Sand AK3033
Figures Series
ΔE 2.9 · close match
Scale75
Undead Flesh SFG13
Fantasy & Games
ΔE 3.5 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Pale Skin
Wave 3
ΔE 5.5 · noticeable difference
Army Painter
Necrotic Flesh WP1108
Warpaints
ΔE 5.9 · noticeable difference
Kimera Kolors
Yellow Oxide PY42
Base Set
ΔE 12.7 · different color

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Highlight & shadow paints

Real paints closest to the ideal first highlight and shadow for Dead Flesh, using the layering model from the BrushForge app.

Highlight · step 1 of 2
Rlm 76 Late War Variation AK11829
AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic
target
Shadow · step 1 of 2
Flameon Caramel Brown S28
Pro Acryl · Pro Acryl Signature
target
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Complementary paints

Opposite-hue paints that make Dead Flesh pop. Great for basing, freehand, or contrast details.

Russian Blue Base
AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic
Russian Blue Lights
AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic
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Frequently asked questions

What is the Citadel equivalent of Dead Flesh?
The closest Citadel match for Vallejo Dead Flesh is Morghast Bone (Base) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.4 (close match).
What color is Dead Flesh?
Dead Flesh is a standard orange miniature paint from Vallejo (Hobby Paint), code 28.022. Its screen color is approximately #B6A26F with a matte finish.

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