Paint VALLEJO Vallejo Ammo DIO Drybrush Light Blue – acrylic drybrush paint for models

VALLEJO Ammo DIO Drybrush Light Blue is an acrylic drybrush paint created for scale modelers and miniature hobbyists who need a ready-to-use highlight and weathering tone. Formulated specifically for drybrushing, it lays down a thin, semi-opaque layer that emphasizes raised details, edges and textured surfaces on figures, vehicles, dioramas and terrain pieces without additional thinning.

Advantages

The paint is ready to use directly from the bottle and requires no mixing or thinning for standard drybrushing techniques. Its consistency is optimized to deposit controlled pigment with minimal liquid, allowing crisp highlights and gradual build-up. The pigment and binder system is designed to adhere to common modelling surfaces such as plastic, resin and primed metal, producing durable, visible accents for weathering, texture enhancement and edge highlighting.

Suitable for

• Accent highlights on miniature figures and scale models
• Drybrush weathering on military vehicles, tanks and aircraft
• Texturing and highlighting terrain, basing and diorama elements
• Edge highlighting on hard surfaces and sculpted details

Key specifications

• Type: Acrylic drybrush paint formulated for drybrushing
• Finish: Matte to low-sheen when dry suitable for model detailing
• Colour family: Light blue suitable for cool highlights and weathering effects
• Application: Ready-to-use consistency designed for brush loading and dry application
• Compatibility: Adheres to primed plastic, resin and metal modelling surfaces

How to use

Shake the bottle gently before use to homogenize the pigment. Load a dry flat or round brush lightly, then remove most of the paint onto a paper towel until the brush appears almost dry. Apply the paint with short, controlled strokes over raised details and edges to build subtle highlights. For stronger effects, repeat light passes rather than applying a single heavy stroke. Allow each layer to dry before adding further drybrush passes.

Usage recommendations

Use a dedicated drybrush or an older, stiff-bristled brush for best results. Test the paint on a scrap or hidden area before applying to final models to check contrast and intensity. Store the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve consistency and pigment stability.