AK Interactive Starship Atmospheric Dirt 35ml (AK638)

Name: AK Interactive Starship Atmospheric Dirt 35ml (AK638)
Brand: AK Interactive
SKU: AK638
Price: 4.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

£4.99

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Effect
Wash
Enamel

DWG · Product Information

PROJ: AK638 · SHEET 2 / 4

View · Overview

Product overview

AK638 Starship Atmospheric Dirt is a 35 ml enamel effect for building localised accumulations on robots, spacecraft and vehicles. Instead of drawing a continuous run, place small concentrations where grime would visually gather, then blur their boundaries into the surrounding surface. This makes it suitable for irregular dirt pockets and softened transitions across science-fiction subjects.

Shake before transferring the product to a fine brush.
Build the effect gradually in selected areas rather than across the whole panel.
Blur the placed dirt with a clean brush dampened in White Spirit.
White Spirit also serves for thinning and tool clean-up.

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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