AK Interactive Earth Effects 35ml (AK017)

Name: AK Interactive Earth Effects 35ml (AK017)
Brand: AK Interactive
SKU: AK017
Price: 5.68 USD
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Effect
Wash
Enamel

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View · Overview

Product overview

With its dark earth tone, AK017 Earth Effects provides 35 ml of enamel weathering liquid for natural soil and mud marks on vehicles. It is intended for wheels, tracks and hulls, where the colour can be used alone or combined with other earth shades for greater variation. Plaster may also be added when a raised, heavier layer is required.

Place the effect on running gear and lower bodywork exposed to soil.
Blend and redistribute the enamel with White Spirit after application.
Add plaster to turn the liquid colour into a thicker mud deposit.
Layer or mix it with other earth tones to vary the weathered surface.

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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