Thicker coating than translucent weathering liquid. Opaque when dry. Colour forms as liquids dries. Surfaces are only slightly visible through the dried weathering liquid, depending on how much is applied.
- Great for soot stains, burn marks, general exhaust discolouration.
- Very concentrated colour.
- Do not use for normal weathering, only for the darkest of effects is needed.
- Best used on coal wagons and coal yards.
- Most difficult wash off with water.
- Colour: Very matt soot black with the slightest hint of blue.
How to use:
- Apply neat, straight from the pot using a paint brush or air brush spray.
- Thin with water or Modelmates Opaque thinning liquid.
- Apply to a non-porous surface such as plastic, let dry, and then wipe using a damp cotton bud or tissue (kitchen roll), to create great weathered effects. (Dye will permanently stain porous surfaces)
- Can be made permanent by sealing with a fine acrylic fixative spray. Apply fine, mist coats so as not to dissolve the dye. Test first because some varnishes change the colour.
- Mixes with all other opaque weathering liquids.
Modelmates was started in 2009, but has been selling weathering and ageing products since the 1980’s under the “Dirty Down” brand. As a family owned business Modelmates is dedicated to innovation and creativity, developing great products not available from any other manufacturers.