AK Interactive Small Flat Rocks – Diorama Terrain AK8301
🪨 What This Is
Small pieces of real natural slate - actual rock, not resin or plastic. These thin, flat stones are perfect for adding realistic texture to miniature bases, dioramas, and terrain. No painting required - they look natural straight out of the bag.
Natural Material: Each piece is unique. The irregular shapes and authentic texture of real slate create instant realism that's impossible to achieve with synthetic materials.
📊 Product Specifications
| Material | Natural slate rock |
| Size Category | Small flat pieces |
| Typical Size Range | 3-15mm approximate |
| Weight | 180g net |
| Colour | Natural grey/dark grey slate tones |
| Preparation | Ready to use - no prep needed |
✅ Perfect For
- Miniature bases - Warhammer 40K, Age of Sigmar, D&D character bases
- Rocky terrain - Mountain paths, rocky outcrops, cliffsides
- Urban rubble - Destroyed buildings, post-apocalyptic scenery
- Cave environments - Underground dungeons, cavern floors
- Desert/badlands - Arid rocky ground, desert mesa bases
- Scale modeling - Realistic ground texture for vehicles and dioramas
🎯 Practical Applications
🎖️ Wargaming Bases
Create rocky, realistic bases for Space Marines, Necrons, or fantasy miniatures. Small flat pieces fit perfectly on 25mm-40mm round bases without overwhelming the model.
🏔️ Terrain Building
Layer pieces to create rocky hillsides, cliff faces, or mountain paths. Natural slate texture looks convincing at tabletop distance without painting.
🏚️ Urban Rubble
Scatter on ruined city bases or destroyed building terrain. Mix with sand and static grass for variety. Paint edges lighter grey for concrete rubble effect.
🗺️ Diorama Details
Add realistic ground texture to display bases. Place around model feet to integrate figures into scenic groundwork. Works for any scale from 28mm to 1/35.
🔧 How To Use
1. Select pieces that fit your base/terrain area
2. Arrange dry first to plan layout
3. Glue down with PVA glue or superglue
4. Optional: paint edges/highlights if desired
5. Add sand, flock, or tufts around rocks for variety
Layering: Stack smaller pieces on larger ones for dimensional rock formations
Breaking pieces: Use pliers to break larger pieces for custom sizes
Color variation: Drybrushing with lighter grey adds depth - but not necessary
Integration: Partially bury pieces in texture paste or sand for natural look
Washing: Rinse in water before use to remove dust if desired
🎨 Painting (Optional)
Natural slate already looks realistic, but you can enhance it:
Leave natural - Grey slate works as-is for most rocky terrain
Drybrush highlights - Light grey or white on edges adds definition
Wash for shadows - Black or brown wash deepens crevices
Desert tones - Drybrush with tan/ochre for sandstone look
Urban concrete - Light grey basecoat + white drybrush for rubble
🆚 Why Use Real Rock vs Resin/Plastic?
✅ Authentic Texture
Real slate has natural grain, surface variation, and crystalline structure impossible to replicate in resin. Looks realistic under any lighting.
✅ No Painting Required
Natural colour already looks like rock. Save time - just glue down and you're done. Paint only if you want specific effects.
✅ Adds Weight
Real stone gives bases stability and premium feel. Models stand better and feel more substantial in hand.
✅ Cost Effective
180g bag provides material for dozens of bases or large terrain pieces. More economical than resin cast rocks.
💡 Application Examples
Place 2-3 small flat pieces on one side of base. Add texture paste around rocks. Apply sand texture. Paint sand brown, drybrush tan. Rocks stay natural grey. Add small tuft of grass.
Cover foam hill with PVA glue. Press flat rocks into glue across surface, varying sizes. Fill gaps with sand. Spray brown basecoat. Drybrush rocks with light grey. Add static grass tufts in crevices.
Scatter rocks as rubble around model feet. Mix with broken plasticard pieces. Paint some rocks light grey (concrete), leave others dark (natural stone). Weather with brown washes for dust.
⚙️ Technical Notes
Adhesion: PVA glue works well for porous bases (MDF, cork). Superglue for plastic/resin bases. For heavy pieces, use two-part epoxy.
Size variation: Natural material means pieces vary. Sort by size before use - good variety from tiny chips to larger flat stones.
Breaking: Slate splits along natural grain lines. Use pliers to break larger pieces into smaller custom sizes if needed.
Sealing: Porous stone can be sealed with diluted PVA or spray varnish if painting over it. Not necessary if using natural.
🎯 Who Should Buy This
Ideal for:
- Terrain builders wanting realistic natural texture
- Miniature painters creating rocky/mountain bases
- Diorama builders needing authentic ground detail
- Scale modelers adding realism to vehicle bases
- Anyone wanting quick, convincing rock effects without painting
Consider alternatives if:
- You need specific rock shapes (use resin cast rocks instead)
- You want larger boulders (check AK's other rock size ranges)
- Weight is a concern for transport (use foam or cork instead)
✨ Natural Slate for Realistic Terrain
180g of authentic small flat slate pieces. Ready to use straight from the bag - no painting required. Perfect for miniature bases, rocky terrain, and realistic ground texture across all scales and gaming systems.
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