AK Interactive Exhaust Stains Weathering Set (AK2037)

Name: AK Interactive Exhaust Stains Weathering Set (AK2037)
Brand: AK Interactive
SKU: AK2037
Price: 26.38 AUD
Availability: InStock

$26.38

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Wash
Enamel

DWG · Product Information

PROJ: AK2037 · SHEET 2 / 4

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Product overview

Aircraft exhausts are prone areas for rust and dirt accumulation, and this five-piece weathering set from AK Interactive's Air series concentrates on exactly that staining. Four 35 ml pigments — Smoke, Burnt Jet Engine, Dark Rust and Ocher Rust — and a 35 ml enamel Exhaust Wash give many different finishes for the exhausts of aircraft in all eras, per AK's description. The box states the pigments and wash are specially formulated and tested to apply over aircraft colours, and carries a shake-well notice. Every one of the five items is stocked by us separately.

Set contains: AK2038 Smoke (Pigment), AK2040 Exhaust Wash (Enamel), AK2041 Burnt Jet Engine (Pigment), AK2042 Dark Rust (Pigment) and AK2043 Ocher Rust (Pigment)
AK's own composition is explicit: four pigments and one wash, for many different finishes on the exhausts of aircraft in all eras
The Exhaust Wash is AK's wash for modern aircraft exhausts — it also works on sci-fi models and metallic parts, thins with white spirit or odourless turpentine, and applies over acrylic-painted or varnished surfaces, per AK
Pigment handling follows AK's range guidance — dry or wet, fixed with pigment fixer or white spirit — and the box carries a shake-well-before-use notice
All five members are stocked by us separately, so any single jar can be replaced without rebuying the box

Notes · Q & A

What is a model wash and when would I use one?

A wash is a very thin, highly pigmented acrylic fluid that flows into recessed detail by capillary action. Apply it over a sealed base coat to add shading around panel lines, rivets and surface texture, or use it as a full-surface filter to shift the overall tone of the model.

Do I need to seal the surface before applying a wash?

A smooth, sealed surface gives the wash a consistent flow and makes cleanup easier. A coat of gloss or satin varnish before the wash prevents it from staining a matt base coat unevenly.

How do I apply a wash and clean up the excess?

Load a soft brush and touch it to the area you want to shade; the wash will flow into the recesses on its own. After roughly 20 minutes of drying time, wipe away any unwanted residue from raised surfaces with a clean, slightly damp brush or cotton bud. These washes are water-based, so tools clean with water.

Can I apply a wash with an airbrush?

Yes. The manufacturer confirms these washes can be applied by brush or airbrush. A light, even pass with an airbrush works well as an overall filter to unify the tone of a model or add a subtle colour shift across a large surface.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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