Hobby paint medium additive VALLEJO VALL-70596 17 ml, transparent

Vallejo Glaze Medium is a colorless glazing additive for acrylic paints supplied in a 17 ml plastic bottle. It is formulated to be mixed with acrylic colors to increase transparency, improve flow and extend working time by slowing drying, making it suitable for subtle layered color effects and delicate transitions.

Advantages

The medium is transparent and colorless, so it preserves the original hue of paints while increasing gloss and translucency. It improves paint fluidity for smoother application, reduces brush marks and allows longer blending time by slowing drying. The small 17 ml plastic dispenser offers controlled dosing for hobby and model-painting tasks.

Suitable for

• Layering glazes and thin transparent colour washes
• Creating smooth shadows and subtle shadings
• Blending pigments and extending open time for wet-on-wet techniques
• Fine-detail work in scale models, miniatures and hobby projects

When it may not be suitable

The glaze medium is intended for use with acrylic paints; it may not be compatible with oil-based or solvent-based systems. Because it increases transparency and gloss, it is not suitable when an opaque, matte finish is required without additional mattifying products.

Key specifications

• Volume: 17 ml
• Form: Liquid, colorless
• Container: Plastic bottle with dispenser
• Compatibility: Designed for use with acrylic paints
• Effects: Increases transparency and flow; slows drying time

How to use

Mix the glaze medium directly with acrylic paint on a palette in small proportions to achieve the desired level of transparency and flow. Apply thin layers with a brush, allowing each glaze to level before adding additional layers. Adjust the ratio of medium to paint to control drying time and translucency; test on a scrap surface before working on the final piece.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended paint type: suitable for acrylics only
• Desired finish: increases gloss and translucency
• Volume required: small 17 ml bottle may be limited for large projects
• Compatibility with other additives or varnishes

Usage recommendations

For delicate glazing and extended blending, use small increments of medium and build up several thin layers rather than applying a single heavy coat. Clean brushes with water after use and store the bottle tightly closed to preserve properties.