Dark Blue is a deep, saturated blue that sits just short of navy — a strong base for uniforms, robes and heraldry, and a reliable shadow tone under brighter blues. A cornerstone of Vallejo's Model Color range.
At a glance
- Type: acrylic, from the Vallejo Model Color range
- Finish: matt and opaque
- Volume: 17ml dropper bottle
- Use: brush painting miniatures and scale models; airbrush-ready when thinned
Best for
- Uniforms, robes and heraldry
- Shadow tone under brighter blues
- Smooth, self-levelling coats with minimal brushstrokes
Use it as the deep base of a blue scheme and build lighter tones on top for cloth with real depth and body.
A strong, honest blue for cloth and heraldry. Pair it with a mid blue and a pale highlight for layering.
