Paint, VALLEJO Vallejo Ammo DIO Drybrush Medium Grey (2018638)

VALLEJO Vallejo Ammo DIO Drybrush Medium Grey is a specially formulated drybrush paint for diorama and scale model weathering. Part of the VALLEJO Ammo DIO range, this medium grey tone is mixed for easy drybrushing to catch raised edges and textures, producing subtle highlights and worn effects on miniatures, vehicles, terrain and scenic elements.

Advantages

This medium grey drybrush paint offers good pigment strength with a consistency optimized for drybrushing, allowing controlled application with minimal buildup. The formulation dries to a matte finish that integrates with acrylic base coats and weathering pigments, improving the visibility of surface detail without obscuring fine modeling work. It is suitable for layering over darker bases to achieve believable wear and highlight effects.

Suitable for

• Highlighting raised details on plastic, resin and metal miniatures
• Creating worn edges and weathered surfaces on scale vehicles and armor
• Drybrushing terrain, basing materials and scenic elements in dioramas
• Enhancing texture on wargaming figures and display models

Key specifications

• Color tone: medium grey suitable for neutral highlights
• Finish: matte when dry
• Formulation: acrylic-based paint optimized for drybrushing
• Compatibility: designed to work over acrylic base coats and weathering pigments
• Application method: drybrushing with a stiff brush for controlled highlights

How to use

Apply the medium grey paint using a drybrush technique: load a small amount onto a stiff, low-profile brush, then remove excess paint on a paper towel until only a minimal amount remains on the bristles. Lightly drag the brush across raised surfaces and edges to deposit fine streaks of pigment and reveal textured detail. Allow each pass to dry before adding additional layers to build up highlights gradually. For stronger effects, thin slightly with compatible acrylic thinner and reduce excess on the brush, or combine with darker base tones for more contrast.

Usage recommendations

Use on clean, fully cured base coats for best adhesion. Test drybrushing on a scrap piece to adjust brush load and pressure. Store the paint tightly closed and away from extreme temperatures to preserve consistency and performance.