Paint record

Nighthaunt Gloom

Citadel

Contrast · #4C838A

Wash / transparentCitadel Contrast

The leading same-type candidate, The Army Painter Runic Grey, scores 61 percent digital color similarity, below our close-color tier. Nighthaunt Gloom's approximate swatch sits in the teal family: mid-tone in tone, moderate in saturation, cool in cast. Digital color suggestions within Citadel are Akhelian Green for a darker step and Terradon Turquoise for a lighter step. For a critical color match, compare dried samples; these digital records cannot settle the result.

Cross-brand results

Nighthaunt Gloom equivalents in other ranges

No listed same-type candidate for Citadel Nighthaunt Gloom reaches our 78% similar-color threshold. The stored data does not establish which physical paints could substitute.

The stored colors differ by delta E 7.7 without a dominant lightness, warmth or saturation shift under our display rules. This describes the digital values, not the appearance of dried paint.

How to read the score

96–100Very close color

88–95Close color

78–87Similar color

0–77Loose color match

Scores compare approximate digital swatches. Test the paint before substituting.

Color intelligence

About this color

Color profile

Familyteal
Lightnessmid
Saturationmoderate
Undertonecool

Highlight and shade ladder

Pairs well with

Squig Orangecomplement
Dawnstoneneutral anchor
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Match difficulty

Hard to match
Closest cross-brand match

Found in 0 other brands with a similar digital color in the same catalog paint-type group.

Possible uses for this color

one coat cloth and metal basesingle coat base coating
Common questions

Frequently asked

What is the closest equivalent to Citadel Nighthaunt Gloom?

The leading match in the same broad paint-type group is The Army Painter Runic Grey at 61% digital color similarity. Check sheen, medium and coverage before substituting.

Is Nighthaunt Gloom a one-coat paint?

Nighthaunt Gloom is listed as a contrast paint, a category intended for translucent base-and-shade applications. Its appearance depends on the undercoat, shape and coat thickness; the digital swatch does not predict those effects. Follow the product's application guidance.

What do I highlight and shade Nighthaunt Gloom with?

The digital catalog suggests testing Terradon Turquoise for a lighter step and Akhelian Green for a darker step, both from Citadel. These are computed color suggestions, not tested layering recipes.

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