AK Interactive Africa Dust Effects Enamel 35ml (AK022)

Name: AK Interactive Africa Dust Effects Enamel 35ml (AK022)
Brand: AK Interactive
SKU: AK022
Price: 5.68 USD
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Product overview

Africa Dust Effects is a 35 ml enamel dust colour in a light tan, for the pale dust that settles on desert vehicles — Afrika Korps armour above all, but British and modern subjects too. Lay it on with a brush or an airbrush, working it irregularly so it gathers in gaps and around raised detail, then fade it back with a clean brush. It can be diluted with White Spirit, and it doubles as a wash over tracks or as a base for textured dust when mixed with plaster.

Light tan enamel, built for dusty accumulations on desert and dry-country vehicles.
Apply by brush or airbrush, then soften and blend with a little White Spirit.
Works as a dust wash over tracks, or mixes with plaster for raised texture.

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

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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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