Pigment FX Loam Brown pigment, VALLEJO 73.125 (35 ml)

VALLEJO Pigment FX Loam Brown (73.125) is a powdered weathering pigment in a 35 ml container formulated for scale models, dioramas and miniature painting. The fine, earth-toned powder recreates natural soil, mud and dust textures and can be used dry, mixed with solvents or combined with binders. Fixed with a pigment fixer, acrylic matte varnish or other compatible sealants, it provides realistic long-lasting weathering effects on plastics, resin, metal and painted surfaces.

Advantages

This Loam Brown pigment offers a finely milled texture for even coverage and subtle tonal variation. It is versatile in application: usable dry for gentle dusting, blended with thinner for washes, or mixed with a binder to create pastes and mud effects. The pigment is lightfast and designed to adhere well when sealed, allowing modelers to build layered, realistic weathering without compromising underlying paint finishes.

Suitable for

• Scale model weathering and aging (vehicles, buildings, figures)
• Diorama groundwork and terrain texturing
• Miniature basing and scenic detail (mud, dirt, dust)
• Mixing with matte varnish or binders to create textured effects

When it may not be suitable

If you need an immediately water-resistant finish without additional sealing, the dry pigment alone will not provide full protection — a fixer or varnish is required. Very glossy or non-porous factory surfaces may need surface preparation or a primer to ensure proper adhesion of the powder.

Key specifications

• Form: powdered pigment
• Colour tone: loam brown (earth/dirt shade)
• Volume: 35 ml container
• Compatibility: suitable for use on plastic, resin, metal and painted surfaces when sealed
• Application methods: dry dusting, mixed with solvent/thinner, or combined with binders

How to use

Apply the pigment dry with a soft brush for subtle dusting or stippling to recreate soil and dust. For thicker effects, mix the pigment with a compatible binder or acrylic medium to form a paste and apply with a spatula or brush. To integrate pigment into washes or glazes, disperse a small amount in an appropriate solvent or thinner and apply sparingly. After achieving the desired effect, fix the pigment in place using a pigment fixer, acrylic matte varnish, or spray sealant to prevent smudging and improve durability.

What to consider before purchase

• Requires a fixer or varnish for permanent adhesion and water resistance
• Not a ready-made paint; designed as a weathering pigment for mixing and layering
• May require primers or surface preparation on glossy or smooth materials

Usage recommendations

Test application on a scrap piece or hidden area to determine the right amount and fixation method. Build effects in thin layers, sealing between stages if needed. Use appropriate respiratory protection and work in a ventilated area when handling dry pigments or solvents.