Paint - VALLEJO Vallejo Ammo DIO Drybrush Leather Brown (2018687)

VALLEJO Ammo DIO Drybrush Leather Brown is a purpose-made model paint designed for drybrushing and weathering on miniatures, dioramas and scale models. The leather brown tone provides subtle warm highlights to raised details, edges and textured surfaces, helping to reproduce worn leather, aged materials and natural surface wear. Formulated for controlled application with drybrush techniques, the paint flows and deposits thin layers that enhance definition without obscuring fine detail.

Advantages

This drybrush paint offers consistent pigmentation and a texture optimized for brush-on dry highlighting and weathering. It adheres well to common modeling surfaces when applied over acrylic primer or base coats, and it helps reproduce realistic wear patterns on fabric, leather and hard edges. The color balance is tuned to deliver natural-looking highlights while allowing layered control for subtle or stronger effects.

Suitable for

• Drybrushing raised details on miniatures and figures
• Weathering leather equipment, straps and clothing on scale models
• Highlighting edges on diorama scenery and vehicles
• Adding surface texture and worn effects on terrain and props

Key specifications

• Finish: Matte satin suitable for subtle highlights
• Color family: Warm leather brown
• Format: Ready-to-use acrylic paint optimized for drybrush application
• Compatibility: Designed for use on primed acrylic surfaces and common modeling materials
• Application method: Brush — drybrush and light layering techniques

How to use

For drybrushing, remove most paint from the brush onto a paper towel until the brush appears almost dry, then lightly drag the bristles across raised areas so the paint catches only the highest points. Apply over a cured base coat or primer and build the effect gradually with several light passes rather than a single heavy stroke. Clean brushes with water after use. For weathering, you can thin a small amount with water to increase flow for subtle glazing or combine with other washes to achieve blended aging effects.

Usage recommendations

Test the paint on a scrap piece or inconspicuous area before applying to the final model. Use a stiff flat or round brush specifically for drybrushing and replace or clean it regularly to maintain crisp highlights. Store the paint upright in a cool, dry place and shake gently before use to ensure uniform consistency.