The enamel solvent-based, fast-dry paint developed for use on plastic model airfix type kits but which can also be used on other substrates including mostplastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and more (always try on a small test area to check suitability).
The Acrylic Paints are a water-based paint with many similar properties.
Available in Matt, Gloss, Satin, Metallic, Clear, Metaltone and Varnish colours.
Also part of the range glues, mediums and finishes designed for plastic models.
Coverage: 14ml tin covers approx. 0.3m² depending on thickness of application
Application: Brush straight from the tin, two thin coats are preferable to one thick coat. The usual thinning ratio is 2 parts paint to 1 part thinner.
Airbrush with a suitable thinner such as Humbrol Enamel Thinners.
Note that Metalcote colours are designed to be polished when fully dry.
Drying time: Gloss: 1-2 hours Matt & Satin: 20-40 mins touch dry, up to 24 hours for hard dry Metallics: hard dry in approx. 10 days.
Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.
Recoat: 6 hours minimum (preferably overnight)
How to clean:
Brushes: use Humbrol Enamel Thinners Airbrush: flush thoroughly using Humbrol Enamel Thinners.
