Acrylic Paint VALLEJO 70.864 Grey (Natural Steel) 17 ml Bottle

VALLEJO 70.864 Grey (Natural Steel) is a water-based acrylic model paint in a 17 ml dispenser bottle formulated for brush-on application. The paint is matt and opaque with a high pigment concentration to reproduce a metal-like grey finish suitable for scale models, miniatures and hobby projects. It dries quickly to a self-leveling, homogeneous film and adheres well to common modelling materials including plastics, resin, white metal and steel.

Advantages

The water-based formula allows easy thinning, mixing and brush cleaning with water. High pigment concentration provides strong coverage and an even, matt, metal-like appearance. Rapid drying and self-leveling properties make the paint practical for both broad surfaces and fine details, while good adhesion ensures durability on a variety of modelling substrates.

Suitable for

• Scale model vehicles and aircraft requiring a natural steel or metal-grey finish
• Miniatures and figures where a matt metallic grey is needed
• Hobby projects on plastic, resin, white metal or steel components

When it may not be suitable

Because the paint is matt and opaque, it may not provide the glossy metallic sheen some projects require without additional effects or varnishes. For bare or very smooth surfaces it is recommended to prime first to ensure optimal adhesion and uniform coverage.

Key specifications

• Colour: Grey (Natural Steel)
• Finish: Matt, opaque
• Base: Water-based acrylic
• Volume: 17 ml
• Application: Brush-on, dispenser bottle for precise dosing
• Drying: Fast-drying, forms a self-leveling film
• Compatibility: Good adhesion on plastics, resin, white metal and steel

How to use

Shake the bottle well before use and dispense a small amount into a palette. Thin with water or the recommended acrylic thinner if a smoother flow or translucent glaze is desired. Apply with a fine brush in thin, even layers allowing each layer to dry before adding the next. For best results apply over a primed surface. Clean brushes and tools with water immediately after use.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended finish: matt grey (not glossy metal) unless combined with additional varnish or effects
• Surface preparation: priming recommended for optimal adhesion and coverage
• Quantity: 17 ml bottle suitable for detail work and small to medium projects

Usage recommendations

For a more metallic sheen, apply the matt grey in thin layers and finish with a satin or gloss varnish, or use metallic glazes from the same range to achieve specific effects. Always test on a scrap of the same material before application to your model.