Acrylic Wash Paint VALLEJO Blue Wash 17 ml — blue acrylic wash without solvent

Vallejo Blue Wash is a water-based acrylic wash formulated for brush-on application to painted miniatures and models. It is matt and opaque, developed with input from model painters who work on fantasy figures and dioramas. The formula is non-flammable and solvent-free, dries rapidly to a uniform film, and is designed to resist damage from frequent handling when applied over a primed surface. Tools clean up with water.

Advantages

The wash offers strong pigmentation in a blue tone that enhances recesses and surface detail, with good self-leveling properties that preserve fine sculpting. Its water-based composition means easy cleaning and lower solvent exposure. Formulated for excellent adhesion on common modelling materials such as resin, plastic, steel and white metal, it also dries quickly to a matt finish suitable for tabletop use.

Suitable for

• Shading and adding depth to painted miniatures and figures
• Enhancing detail on dioramas and terrain pieces
• Working on models made of resin, plastic, metal or steel
• Tabletop gaming miniatures that require durable finishes

When it may not be suitable

This wash is intended to be used over a previously primed surface; application directly onto unprimed material may reduce adhesion and longevity. Because it is a concentrated wash, it may not provide full opaque coverage in a single pass if you require a solid uniform blue base coat rather than a shading effect.

Key specifications

• Type: Acrylic wash (brush-on)
• Finish: Matt
• Colour: Blue
• Volume: 17 ml
• Base: Water-based, solvent-free
• Suitable substrates: Resin, plastic, steel, white metal

How to use

Shake the bottle before use. Apply Vallejo Blue Wash with a fine brush to shaded areas, recesses or over a painted surface to create depth and contrast. Allow the wash to flow into details and dry rapidly; additional layers can be applied for a stronger effect once the previous layer is dry. Clean brushes and tools with water immediately after use.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended use: best used as a shading wash rather than as an opaque base coat
• Surface preparation: apply over a compatible primer for best adhesion
• Volume: 17 ml bottle — consider quantity needed for multiple models

Usage recommendations

For optimal results on tabletop miniatures, prime the model first, apply the wash sparingly into recesses, and clean brushes with water between colours. Build up intensity with multiple thin applications rather than a single heavy coat.