Middlestone: equivalents & matches

Vallejo · Model Color · 70.882. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #BEAA78 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 1.2 · nearly identical

ΔE 5.0 · noticeable difference

Army Painter

Necrotic Flesh WP1108

Warpaints

ΔE 5.5 · noticeable difference

Kimera Kolors

Yellow Oxide PY42

Base Set

ΔE 14.7 · different color

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Highlight & shadow paints

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

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Ancient Stone WP3088P

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Shadow · step 1 of 2

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Complementary paints

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

Russian Blue Base

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Russian Blue Lights

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Citadel equivalent of Middlestone?

The closest Citadel match for Vallejo Middlestone is Morghast Bone (Base) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.2 (nearly identical).

What color is Middlestone?

Middlestone is a standard orange miniature paint from Vallejo (Model Color), code 70.882. Its screen color is approximately #BEAA78 with a matte finish.