Vallejo Model Color 181 Smoke Transparent 70939 (194) is an acrylic hobby paint with a volume of 17 ml, primarily designed for precise painting of plastic and metal models. The product features a transparent smoky color that allows for weathering effects and tonal shading of modeling details.
Key Technical Features
Acrylic paint based on high-quality acrylic resin, ensuring durability and mechanical resistance of the coating.
Excellent compatibility with other hobby paints – after applying a gloss, matte, or satin varnish seal, you can layer any subsequent coats.
High resistance to damage, scratches, and abrasions.
Suitable for application with brushes and airbrushes – when using an airbrush, thinning with Vallejo Thinner or water is recommended.
Easy tool cleaning with water-thinnable paint, facilitating everyday use.
Application
The Model Color 181 Smoke Transparent paint is intended for various modeling applications, especially for creating weathering effects, shading, and simulating smoke, soot, or subdued surfaces. It is also suitable for painting vehicle, aircraft, miniature, and diorama parts where a transparent tone is required.
Compatible Materials
Plastic
Metal
Other modeling substrates, properly prepared and sealed
Application Instructions
Mix thoroughly before use.
For airbrush painting, thin the paint with Vallejo Thinner or water.
Once dry, the surface can be protected with a varnish of your chosen finish (glossy, matte, or satin) to enhance durability.
Related Vallejo Paint Series
Model Air – paints specially formulated for airbrush application.
Panzer Aces – paints for painting uniforms and vehicles from World War II.
Game Color and Game Air – paints designed for fantasy miniatures and wargaming figures.
Metal Color – metallic paints with high gloss and durability.
Mecha Colors – series dedicated to robot figures and science fiction models.
