Tamiya X-19 Smoke acrylic paint is a high-quality product designed for plastic modeling. The bottle contains 10 ml of alcohol-based paint, which features a moderate odor intensity (●●○○○), making it comfortable to use for painting at home.
The Tamiya X-19 Smoke paint is intended for finishing coating of plastic models, especially those assembled from kits. It works excellently both with brush painting and airbrushing. It is a popular choice among modelers seeking durable and aesthetically pleasing coatings with a natural effect of darkening or "smoking" the surface.
Tamiya acrylic paints are compatible with most models and colors from this manufacturer, as well as many others that specify paints compatible with the Tamiya system (marked with X- or XF-). Mixing different colors to achieve custom shades (e.g., XF-1 with XF-4 as per the model instructions) is also possible.
Preparation for Painting
Surfaces should be clean and degreased to ensure better adhesion and durability of the coating.
Applying a primer, such as Tamiya Surface Primer, is recommended, especially when applying the paint with a brush.
Usage Instructions
Brush Painting
Priming beforehand is recommended for even coverage.
On small surfaces, the paint can be used without thinning.
For larger areas, a small amount of water can be added to thin the paint.
The paint should be thinned with Tamiya X-20A thinner at a 1:1 ratio to ensure good flow and minimize nozzle clogging.
Although it has a milder odor than paints based on stronger solvents, protective respiratory equipment such as a mask and fume extractor are highly recommended.
Alternatively, stronger thinners like Lacquer Thinner or Mr. Levelling Thinner can be used to improve paint flow, though they have a more intense smell.
