Williamsburg Blue: equivalents & matches

Vallejo · Arte Deco · 85.057. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #5F779D finish unknown type color 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.

ΔE 5.5 · noticeable difference

Pro Acryl

Faded Ultramarine 013

Pro Acryl Standard

ΔE 8.2 · noticeable difference

AK Interactive

F-15 Dark Grey (mod Eagle) Fs 36176 AK11883

3rd Gen Acrylic

ΔE 10.5 · different color

Kimera Kolors

Phthalo Blue (Green Shade) PB15.4

Base Set

ΔE 15.3 · different color

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Highlight & shadow paints

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

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Two Thin Coats · Wave 1

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The app adds a second, stronger step, a wash & glaze mode, and can pick highlights from the paints you already own. Open in the app →

Complementary paints

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

Purity White

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Black Uniform Base

AK Interactive · Figures Series

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Two Thin Coats equivalent of Williamsburg Blue?

The closest Two Thin Coats match for Vallejo Williamsburg Blue is Elysium Blue (Wave 1) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.9 (close match).

What color is Williamsburg Blue?

Williamsburg Blue is a standard blue miniature paint from Vallejo (Arte Deco), code 85.057. Its screen color is approximately #5F779D with a unknown finish.