🔧 Scale Model Building Tips

Vallejo Model Air is designed for airbrushing and doesn't require thinning. For Model Color, mix at a 2:1 ratio with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner. Add 2-3 drops of Vallejo Flow Improver per 10 drops of thinned paint. Airbrush at 1.5-2.0 bar pressure using an Iwata HP-CS or Harder & Steenbeck Evolution.

Start with Vallejo Acrylic Primer to prepare your model's surface. Apply two light coats with your airbrush, allowing 24 hours between coats. Once dry, apply two coats of Vallejo Model Color (70.0xx series) using a fine (0.2-0.3mm) and 1.5-2.0 bar pressure, maintaining a consistent distance of 4-6 inches.

Use Eduard's pre-cut masking sets for complex camouflage schemes. Apply masking film to the model, pressing down gently to avoid creases. Use a toothpick or scribing tool to burnish the edges, ensuring a tight seal. Apply paint with an airbrush, maintaining consistent pressure and distance. Remove masks carefully after paint is completely dry.

Thin AK Interactive Washes with AK Interactive Thinner at a 1:1 ratio. Apply with a fine brush, working from top to bottom to avoid creating pools. Allow 5-10 minutes drying time before gently wiping off excess with a damp cotton swab. Seal with Vallejo Acrylic Gloss Varnish before applying flat coat.

For chipping effects, use a synthetic sponge and Tamiya Acrylic Paint mixed with Tamiya Acrylic Thinner at a 1:1 ratio. Dip the sponge into the paint mixture, gently pat onto the model where chipping is desired. Blot with a tissue while wet, then allow to dry completely. Seal with Vallejo Acrylic Matt Varnish for a subtle effect.