Color-wise this is a muted, very light white leaning neutral. No shortage of substitutes here, Washable White Paint from AK Interactive matches at 100 percent and 8 brands carry a strong same-finish near-match. Shade down into Eggshell, the nearest darker paint in the Humbrol line. Bottom line: run out mid-project and another brand will get you within a shade.
Base White equivalents across other brands
The short answer: yes, Base White 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 0.0).
- Nearest in the The Army Painter catalog: The Army Painter Matt White, the same color for practical purposes (delta E 0.0).
- Best Green Stuff World option: Green Stuff World Nuclear White, indistinguishable once dry (delta E 0.0).
- From Revell: Revell White Silk Matt, the same color for practical purposes (delta E 0.0).
- Tamiya's closest color: Tamiya White, indistinguishable once dry (delta E 0.0).
- Nearest in the Vallejo catalog: Vallejo Dead White, the same color for practical purposes (delta E 0.0).
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.
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90+Close
80sUsable
<70Mix
AK Interactive
The Army Painter
Green Stuff World
Revell
Tamiya
Vallejo
Citadel
Two Thin Coats
Scale75
P3 Paints
Monument Pro Acryl
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Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to Humbrol Base White?
The closest same-finish match is AK Interactive Washable White Paint at 100% color similarity.
Is there a The Army Painter equivalent of Base White?
Yes. The closest The Army Painter option is Matt White at 100%, a same-finish match.
What color is Base White?
Base White is a very light muted white with a neutral cast (hex #FFFFFF).
What do I highlight and shade Base White with?
Shade Base White with Eggshell in the same Humbrol range. For highlights, mix in a lighter tone or move to a brighter paint in the lane.