Hobby paint medium/additive VALLEJO 26.203 200 ml jar, blue

VALLEJO 26.203 is a 200 ml hobby paint medium/additive supplied in a jar and presented in blue. Designed for use with acrylic hobby paints, this medium modifies paint behaviour to adjust flow, transparency and finish depending on paint chemistry. The product is part of a diorama effects range intended to help modelers reproduce terrain and environmental details such as water, dust and wet or dry surfaces. Pacific Blue is a dense blue gel with translucent properties; applied over a darker base it produces enhanced depth effects. The gel typically dries in approximately 24 hours when applied in normal thicknesses.

Advantages

This medium provides controlled thinning and blending of acrylic colours without introducing solvents. As a gel additive it enables smoother flow and extended working time for washes and glazes while preserving pigment clarity. The translucent blue tone adds depth when layered over prepared bases, and the 200 ml jar offers a convenient quantity for multiple model and diorama projects. The product is non-flammable and formulated for hobby use; consult certified safety information for full handling guidance.

Suitable for

• Scale models and plastic miniatures
• Dioramas and vignettes to simulate water or tinted gels
• Craft projects requiring controlled thinning or glazing of acrylics

Key specifications

• Form: gel medium / additive
• Volume: 200 ml (jar)
• Colour: dense translucent blue (Pacific Blue)
• Compatibility: formulated for use with acrylic hobby paints
• Drying time: approximately 24 hours depending on application thickness
• Flammability: non-flammable

How to use

Apply Vallejo 26.203 directly from the jar or mix it with acrylic paints to adjust flow and transparency. For water or gel effects, apply the blue gel over a previously painted darker base to enhance perceived depth. Use brushes, spatulas or modelling tools to shape and texture the surface before the gel cures. Allow adequate drying time—around 24 hours under typical conditions—longer for thicker applications. Clean tools with water while the product is still wet.

Usage recommendations

Work in a well-ventilated area and follow the manufacturer's certified safety information. Test compatibility with specific acrylic paint brands on a small sample before large-scale application. For deeper colour effects, layer the gel in thin coats allowing each layer to dry; for smoother blends, mix small amounts of the medium into paint to extend open time and improve flow.