Paint record

White Scar

Citadel

Air · #FDFDFD

Opaque acrylicCitadel Air

Color-wise this is a muted, very light white leaning neutral. No shortage of substitutes here, Washable White Paint from AK Interactive matches at 98 percent and 8 brands carry a strong same-finish near-match. Shade down into Corax White, the nearest darker paint in the Citadel line. Treat it as an easy swap, just confirm the finish type matches before you commit.

Cross-brand results

White Scar equivalents across other brands

The short answer: yes, White Scar has a true equivalent. If the pot runs dry mid project, here is the closest color each brand offers.

Closest AK Interactive equivalent: AK Interactive Washable White Paint, indistinguishable once dry (delta E 0.4).

We checked the Lab numbers for a hidden catch and there is none: lightness and temperature both line up, so this swap is as safe as they come.

How to read the score

90+Close

80sUsable

<70Mix

Color intelligence

About this color

Color profile

Familywhite
Lightnessvery light
Saturationmuted
Undertoneneutral

Highlight and shade ladder

Pairs well with

Try any paint in the scheme tool

Match difficulty

Common color
Closest cross-brand match

Found in 8 other brands with a same-finish match.

Where painters use it

airbrush base coats and zenithal
Common questions

Frequently asked

What is the closest equivalent to Citadel White Scar?

The closest same-finish match is AK Interactive Washable White Paint at 98% color similarity.

Is there a The Army Painter equivalent of White Scar?

Yes. The closest The Army Painter option is Matt White at 98%, a same-finish match.

What color is White Scar?

White Scar is a very light muted white with a neutral cast (hex #FDFDFD).

What do I highlight and shade White Scar with?

Shade White Scar with Corax White in the same Citadel range. For highlights, mix in a lighter tone or move to a brighter paint in the lane.

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