Usage: A solvent-based, fast drying paint developed for use on plastic model kits, but which can also be used on a wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and many more (always check on a small test area to check suitability). Matt, Satin, Gloss, Metallic, Metalcote and Clear finishes are available with in the range.
Application: Brush straight from the tin or Airbrush with a suitable thinner such as Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Two thin coats are preferable to one thick coat. The usual thinning ratio is 2 parts paint to one part thinner. Note that Metalcote colours are designed to be polished when fully dry.
Drying Time: Gloss: 1-2 hours touch dry and up to 24 hours for hard dry, matt will be touch dry in a shorter time. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat 6 hours minimum or preferably over night.
Coverage: A 14ml tinlet covers approx 0.3m2 depending on thickness of application.
Clean brushes using enamel thinners, whilst an airbrush can be cleaned by flushing through using Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Product is permanent once dry.