Complete Army Painter to Citadel Paint Conversion Chart - Victory Forge Guide
Complete Army Painter to Citadel Paint Conversion Chart
Welcome to Victory Forge's comprehensive paint conversion guide! This chart helps you find the perfect Citadel paint equivalents for your Army Painter colors, ensuring seamless transitions between paint systems.
How to Use This Guide
Simply find your Army Painter color in the left column and see the closest Citadel equivalent in the right column. While these matches are very close, always test on a spare model first for critical color matching.
Base Colors Conversion Chart
| Army Painter | Citadel Equivalent |
|---|---|
| Matt Black | Abaddon Black |
| Matt White | White Scar |
| Uniform Grey | Mechanicus Standard Grey |
| Gun Metal | Leadbelcher |
| Plate Mail Metal | Ironbreaker |
| Shining Silver | Stormhost Silver |
| Greedy Gold | Retributor Armour |
| Weapon Bronze | Warplock Bronze |
| Pure Red | Mephiston Red |
| Dragon Red | Khorne Red |
| Lava Orange | Jokaero Orange |
| Daemonic Yellow | Averland Sunset |
| Goblin Green | Castellan Green |
| Angel Green | Moot Green |
| Electric Blue | Macragge Blue |
| Royal Blue | Caledor Sky |
| Alien Purple | Naggaroth Night |
| Leather Brown | Rhinox Hide |
| Oak Brown | Mournfang Brown |
Wash/Shade Conversions
| Army Painter Wash | Citadel Shade |
|---|---|
| Dark Tone | Nuln Oil |
| Strong Tone | Agrax Earthshade |
| Soft Tone | Seraphim Sepia |
| Red Tone | Carroburg Crimson |
| Green Tone | Biel-Tan Green |
| Blue Tone | Drakenhof Nightshade |
| Purple Tone | Druchii Violet |
Pro Tips for Paint Conversion
- Test First: Always test color matches on spare models or hidden areas
- Lighting Matters: Colors can look different under various lighting conditions
- Mixing Options: Sometimes mixing two Citadel colors achieves a better match
- Primer Considerations: The primer color can affect the final appearance
- Batch Consistency: Paint formulations can vary slightly between batches
Why Choose Victory Forge?
At Victory Forge, we understand the importance of having the right colors for your miniatures. Whether you're switching paint systems or need to match existing schemes, our conversion guides help you achieve perfect results every time.
Need specific paints? Browse our extensive collection of both Army Painter and Citadel paints to find exactly what you need for your next project!
Last updated: September 2025 | Have suggestions for this guide? Contact us at contact@victoryforgestore.com