Tamiya 87198 Paint Retarder Lacquer 40ml – Smooth Gloss Finish
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Tamiya 87198 Paint Retarder Lacquer 40ml – Smooth Gloss Finish
£5.19
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Product overview
Tamiya 87198 is an additive for brush-painting lacquer colours rather than a general-purpose thinner. It slows the drying process so the coating has more time to level, reducing visible brush marks and supporting a smoother gloss surface. The addition rate is limited: mix no more than one part retarder to ten parts paint. This controlled delay is intended specifically for improving brushed lacquer finishes.
- Intended for brush application of lacquer paints.
- Maximum mixing ratio is 1:10, retarder to paint.
- Slower drying helps minimise irregularities left by brush bristles.
- Supports a smooth, lustrous painted surface.
Notes · Q & A
What's the difference between a paint and a wash?
Paints are opaque colour for coverage; washes are thin, pigmented fluids that flow into recesses to add shading and depth. Most painters use both.
Can I use these paints in an airbrush?
Many acrylics can be thinned for airbrushing — check the product description; ranges marked "Air" or "airbrush-ready" work straight from the bottle.
Do I need a primer?
Yes for bare plastic, resin or metal — primer gives paint a surface to grip and prevents chipping.
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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Technical specifications
Product details
Brand
Tamiya
Product code
TAM87198
Type
Paints
Tool type
Paint retarder
Shipping weight
220 g
Barcode
4950344871988
Dimensions & contents
Volume
40 ml
Materials & finish
Medium
Lacquer
Finish
gloss
Product
Tamiya 87198 Paint Retarder Lacquer 40ml – Smooth Gloss Finish
Code (proj)
TAM87198
Ship. weight
220 g
Brand
Tamiya
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