Color-wise this is a muted, light grey leaning neutral. This is a common color; 5 other brands cover it, the nearest being Citadel Grey Seer at 93 percent. Within the Humbrol range it ladders cleanly, Khaki Drill for the shadows and Concrete for the highlights. Treat it as an easy swap, just confirm the finish type matches before you commit.
Closest equivalents
The closest cross-brand match is Citadel Grey Seer at 93% similarity. Same-finish paints rank before color-only matches.
How to read the score
90+Close
80sUsable
<70Mix
Citadel
AK Interactive
Tamiya
Monument Pro Acryl
Vallejo
Revell
Two Thin Coats
P3 Paints
Green Stuff World
The Army Painter
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Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to Humbrol Surface Grey?
The closest same-finish match is Citadel Grey Seer at 93% color similarity.
What color is Surface Grey?
Surface Grey is a light muted grey with a neutral cast (hex #9EA4A7).
What do I highlight and shade Surface Grey with?
Highlight Surface Grey toward Concrete and shade it down into Khaki Drill, both Humbrol paints in the same finish family.