AK Weathering products for ships BROWN STREAKING GRIME FOR RED HULLS

AK Interactive AK304 Brown Streaking Grime for Red Hulls (35 ml) Creates realistic vertical streaks of running dirt and localized deposits. The brown shade is recommended for ship hulls with a red primer or anti-fouling coating, as well as for reddish-brown parts of military vehicles. The manufacturer recommends it for the underwater section of a ship’s hull and also suggests using it on tank hulls and other vehicles.

Unlike a wash, this effect is not applied uniformly to all crevices. It is used to selectively depict dirt, moisture, or operational deposits, and its shape is created by subsequent blending.

Recommended Procedure

1. Shake the bottle thoroughly to ensure the pigment is evenly mixed.
2. Work on a fully cured painted or varnished surface. If you’re unsure about a combination of paints and varnishes, test it first on a hidden area.
3. Using a fine, pointed brush, draw short, irregular vertical lines starting from the upper edges and details. You can leave some of the product in the corners to simulate accumulated dirt.
4. Let it dry for about 10 minutes. Then, using a clean flat brush lightly dampened with White Spirit, brush from top to bottom to soften the lines until a natural transition is achieved.
5. Vary the length, thickness, and intensity of the strokes. Once dry, you can reinforce selected streaks with another thin layer.
6. Allow the layer to dry thoroughly before applying another coat of paint or additional enamel effects.

Use AK Interactive White Spirit 35 ml for blending and removing excess paint. For finer work and less odor, AK Interactive Odorless Thinner 35 ml is recommended.

Technical Information

• Type: Enamel effect—running dirt
• Shade: brown
• Intended Use: ship hulls with a red primer or antifouling coating, as well as reddish-brown technical details
• Application: a fine, pointed brush and a clean flat brush for blending
• Blending and Cleaning: White Spirit or Odorless Thinner
• Volume: 35 ml

This is a solvent-based product. Work in a well-ventilated area and follow the safety instructions on the label.