The bottle contains 10 ml of high-quality acrylic hobby paint labeled Tamiya XF-14 Acrylic Paint J.A. GREY. This is an alcohol-based paint characterized by a low odor intensity (●●○○○), designed for precise painting of plastic models and other modeling surfaces.
The Tamiya XF-14 paint is ideal for painting plastic models, especially military and aircraft models, requiring an accurate depiction of the J.A. GREY shade. It is compatible with other paints from the Tamiya series (marked X- and XF-), allowing for the creation of custom mixes according to model requirements and the manufacturer’s instructions.
Preparing the surface for painting
Ensure surfaces are clean and free of oils.
It is recommended to use a primer (e.g., Tamiya Surface Primer) to improve adhesion and durability of the coat.
Brush painting
For small areas, the paint can be applied without thinning.
For larger surfaces, a light water thinning is recommended.
The paint should be thinned in a 1:1 ratio with Tamiya X-20A thinner to achieve optimal flow through the nozzle.
Alternatively, stronger thinners such as Lacquer Thinner or Mr. Levelling Thinner can be used, which improve paint flow, although their smell is more intense.
It is recommended to wear respiratory protection, such as a mask and extraction system, during spraying.
Color Mixing and Compatibility
Tamiya paints in the X and XF series are widely used in modeling and can be mixed according to the model's instructions to achieve the desired color. For example, a mixture of XF-1:2 + XF-4:1 indicates blending of paints XF-1 and XF-4 in respective ratios of 2 to 1.
