Hobby paint medium/additive VALLEJO 26.235 35 ml transparent jar

VALLEJO 26.235 is a 35 ml transparent hobby paint medium supplied in a jar and developed for model-making and miniature painting. This additive mixes with acrylic paints to modify flow, increase transparency and adjust drying behaviour without altering the pigment properties. It is formulated for techniques such as thinning, glazing and producing controlled translucency, making it suitable for washes, glazes and subtle layering on models, dioramas and small-scale terrain elements.

Advantages

The medium preserves paint colour while improving flow and leveling, enabling finer control when applying thin washes or transparent glazes. Its transparent base reduces viscosity without thinning pigments, helps prevent streaking and brush marks, and extends open working time to allow subtle blending. Supplied in a compact 35 ml jar, it is convenient for hobbyists and model painters who need small quantities for detailed work.

Suitable for

• Thinning acrylic model paints for washes and glazes
• Achieving controlled transparency and layering effects on miniatures
• Improving paint flow for fine-detail brushwork and smooth finishes
• Creating subtle transitions and blending on diorama scenery and terrain

Key specifications

• Volume: 35 ml jar
• Appearance: transparent liquid
• Compatibility: formulated for use with acrylic hobby and model paints
• Function: flow modifier, glazing medium and thinning additive
• Drying behaviour: modifies open time to permit controlled blending
• Packaging: screw-top transparent jar suitable for small-scale use

How to use

Add small amounts of the medium to acrylic paint on a palette and mix until you achieve the desired level of transparency and flow. For washes or glazes, increase the medium proportion gradually and test on a spare surface to check opacity and drying behaviour. Apply in thin layers, allowing each layer to dry before adding the next to build up translucency without risking runs or pooling. Clean brushes with water after use.

Usage recommendations

Use thin applications for best results: apply multiple thin coats rather than a single thick layer. Keep individual layer thickness below approximately 3 mm to reduce the risk of cracking or trapped bubbles during drying. Store the jar tightly closed in a cool, dry place and consult the product safety data for handling and disposal information.