Tamiya LP-37 LIGHT GHOST GREY Lacquer is a high-quality, 10ml capacity lacquer model paint produced by the renowned Tamiya company. This lacquer belongs to the esteemed Tamiya LACQUER PAINT series, created for modelers who appreciate precision and superior results.
The LIGHT GHOST GREY color matches the specification shown in the product graphic, ensuring accurate color reproduction in your modeling projects. Tamiya LP series paints feature a very short drying time and excellent coverage on painted surfaces, which translates to efficient and comfortable work.
Key Features of Tamiya LP-37 Lacquer
Paint Type: Cellulose lacquer (Lacquer Paint), known for its fast drying and hard film.
Capacity: Standard 10ml bottle, ideal for many projects.
Color: LIGHT GHOST GREY – a precise shade of grey, consistent with the manufacturer's swatches.
Quick Drying: Minimizes waiting time between coats, accelerating the model building process.
Excellent Coverage: Ensures a uniform and smooth finish even with thin coats.
High-Quality Finish: The dried surface is durable, smooth, and aesthetically pleasing.
Optimal Consistency: Specially formulated for airbrushing, ensuring smooth paint flow.
Odor Intensity: This paint has a heightened odor intensity (●●●●○), requiring use in well-ventilated areas.
Application and Painting Tips
Surface Preparation
For optimal results with Tamiya LP-37 lacquer, surfaces to be painted should be clean and degreased. We recommend using an appropriate model primer, such as Tamiya Surface Primer spray. Applying the paint directly to plastic may result in weaker adhesion of the coating and a poorer final effect, especially when brush painting.
Airbrushing
Tamiya LP cellulose lacquers are excellent for airbrushing. They should be thinned at a 1:1 ratio with the dedicated Tamiya Lacquer Thinner. This combination ensures comfortable painting due to good paint flow through the airbrush nozzle, minimizing the risk of clogging, which can be an issue with water-based paints.
Optionally, for an even smoother surface and extended leveling time for the paint, you can use a retarder thinner: Tamiya Lacquer Thinner Retarder Type.
Due to the content of strong solvents, when airbrushing with Tamiya LP paints, it is recommended to use respiratory protection, such as a mask, ideally in conjunction with a spray booth equipped with fume extraction.
Brush Painting
Lacquer paints, such as Tamiya LP-37, are not recommended for brush painting, with the exception of small touch-ups or very small areas. The strong solvents contained in the paint's composition can damage previously applied paint layers and create unsightly brush strokes.
