AK Interactive Light Stone No.61 is the nearest listed result in the same broad paint-type group at 85 percent; treat it as a color reference to test. In our digital catalog, Buff is classified as a warm yellow, light and vivid. The catalog suggests Dark Sand as a darker color and Beige as a lighter color to test, both from Vallejo. Digital similarity provides a shortlist; compare the actual paints before continuing a project.
Buff equivalents and near misses
The listed candidates for Vallejo Buff have lower same-type color scores or belong to a different paint-type group. Use the digital values to choose a test candidate.
Closest AK Interactive equivalent: AK Interactive Light Stone No.61, similar digital colors (delta E 3.0).
Best Revell option: Revell 35 Flesh, some difference between the stored swatches (delta E 3.7).
From Two Thin Coats: Two Thin Coats Cerberus Brown, a broader digital color reference (delta E 4.1).
Scale75's closest color: Scale75 Honey, a larger difference between the stored swatches (delta E 4.1).
In the digital values, AK Interactive Light Stone No.61 is slightly cooler and more muted. Coat thickness, undercoat and finish can change the physical comparison.
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.
AK Interactive
Revell
Two Thin Coats
Scale75
Monument Pro Acryl
Tamiya
Green Stuff World
Citadel
The Army Painter
Humbrol
About this color
Color profile
Highlight and shade ladder
Pairs well with
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Found in 3 other brands with a similar digital color in the same catalog paint-type group.
Possible uses for this color
Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to Vallejo Buff?
The leading match in the same broad paint-type group is AK Interactive Light Stone No.61 at 85% digital color similarity. Check sheen, medium and coverage before substituting.
What color is Buff?
The approximate digital swatch for Buff is a light vivid yellow with a warm undertone (hex #D7AF4D). It is not a physical paint measurement.