Stencil set VALLEJO Stencils - Petrol Spills for scale modeling and weathering

VALLEJO Stencils - Petrol Spills for scale modeling and weathering is a reusable stencil set created to reproduce realistic fuel and oil spill patterns on scale vehicles, dioramas and terrain. The stencils are made to assist hobbyists in applying irregular stains and runoff shapes with paints, enamels, acrylics or weathering pigments, enabling consistent replication of spills across multiple models and scenes. This set is intended for precise detailing where controlled but natural-looking fluid marks are required.

Advantages

The stencil set provides durable, reusable templates that save time and improve consistency when creating fuel and oil spill effects. Their design captures varied shapes and edge irregularities typical of real spills, allowing modelers to reproduce both small drips and larger pooled areas. The materials used are compatible with common scale-model paints and pigments and allow layered application for subtle depth and staining.

Suitable for

• Military vehicle weathering and detailing
• Automotive scale models showing fuel or oil leaks
• Dioramas requiring realistic ground stains and spill patterns
• Civilian vehicles and equipment with aged or damaged appearance

Key specifications

• Reusable stencil set designed for fuel and oil spill shapes
• Variety of irregular spill outlines, drips and pooled patterns
• Compatible with acrylics, enamels and weathering pigments
• Allows layered applications for graduated staining and depth
• Suitable for scale model sizes where fine detailing is required

How to use

Place the selected stencil over the model surface or diorama area, ensuring it lies flat and aligned with the intended spill location. Apply paint, wash or pigment with an airbrush, brush or sponge through the stencil openings; for a softer, weathered look use diluted washes or light airbrush passes. After application, lift the stencil carefully to avoid smudging and allow the effect to dry. Multiple passes and layered tones can be used to build depth and vary the appearance of stains and pooled oil.

Usage recommendations

Test the stencil on scrap material before working on the final piece to determine optimal paint dilution and application technique. Clean the stencil promptly after use according to the paint type to preserve shape and reusability. For realistic results combine the stencil-applied stains with streaking, pin washes and pigment weathering.