Hobby paint medium/additive VALLEJO 26.215, transparent, 200 ml jar

VALLEJO 26.215 is a transparent hobby paint medium/additive supplied in a 200 ml jar. Formulated for model making and miniature painting, this medium adjusts paint flow, transparency and texture while preserving the original pigment colour. It is suitable for thinning paints, creating glazes and blends, and producing washes on plastic, resin and metal surfaces. The product is compatible with brush and airbrush techniques and can be used to achieve subtle layering or to modify the working time and leveling of acrylic paints.

Advantages

This transparent medium modifies viscosity and transparency without altering colour intensity, enabling controlled glazing, smooth blends and fine washes. Provided in a convenient 200 ml jar, it supports both detail brushwork and airbrushing workflows. The additive is water-based, non-flammable and formulated to work with common acrylic hobby paints, helping to extend open time and improve flow on diverse modelling substrates.

Suitable for

• Thinning acrylic hobby paints for brush or airbrush application
• Creating transparent glazes and layered shading on miniatures
• Blending transitions and extending working time during wet blending
• Producing controlled washes and subtle weathering effects on plastic, resin and metal models

Key specifications

• Volume: 200 ml
• Appearance: transparent liquid
• Intended use: hobby paint medium/additive for acrylics
• Suitable substrates: plastic, resin, metal
• Application methods: brush and airbrush compatible
• Properties: modifies flow, transparency and texture; preserves pigment colour

How to use

Mix the medium with acrylic hobby paint in small increments until the desired transparency and flow are achieved. For glazing or washes, add larger proportions of medium to paint to increase translucency and ease of application. When airbrushing, test the mixture to confirm nozzle compatibility and spray pattern; adjust the paint-to-medium ratio as required. Apply multiple thin layers for gradual shading and allow each layer to dry before adding the next. Clean tools and airbrush components with water after use.

Usage recommendations

Use sparingly when first testing on a new paint or surface: start with a 1:1 ratio (paint:medium) for thinning and increase medium proportionally to achieve glazing or wash effects. Store the jar tightly closed in a cool, dry place and consult the product’s safety information for handling guidance.