{"id":9310409195771,"title":"IONIC - 0816 Antique Gold Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","handle":"ionic-0816","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAntique Gold Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0816\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Gold Base gives your miniatures a deep, patinated antique gold tone. A highly pigmented base colour from Ionic's 3-step system for perfect coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Antique Gold Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e from Ionic Smart Colors is the optimal choice for creating a timeless, patinated and cohesive metallic finish with tones of aged gold. As the first step in Ionic's innovative 3-step system, this colour forms the dominant metal layer for everything from ancient relics to heavy, classic armour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAntique Gold Base is designed to mimic the heavy, saturated lustre of aged gold. Thanks to the natural mica pigments, the paint has an extremely homogeneous coverage with a lustre that feels both massive and genuine. The system guides you methodically through the painting and provides a stable, reflective base that is optimised for further work with washes and highlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh coverage (IONIC-0816):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe dense pigmentation ensures an even finish that covers effectively from the first coat, without hiding the finest details.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eNatural mica pigments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures a fine-grained surface without lumps, giving a more realistic metallic finish on small-scale models.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSmart Packaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComes in a convenient 20ml bottle with a smooth opening mechanism that can be operated with one hand for easy dosing at the palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eTechnical versatility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWater-based acrylic formula that works great for both brush and airbrush, as well as techniques such as dry brushing and edge highlighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 1 - Base (This product):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply Antique Gold Base evenly. To enhance the antique depth of the gold, a dark brown or black primer is recommended as a base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 2 - Wash:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse a Metallic Wash to create natural depth and contrast in seams and around rivets without dampening the metallic feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 3 - Highlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFinish with a lighter gold or silver shade on edges and raised areas to give the surface its reflective and sharp character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2026-05-07T12:22:39+02:00","created_at":"2026-05-07T12:22:39+02:00","vendor":"IONIC","type":"Paints","tags":["Brand_IONIC","Category_Acrylic Paint","Type_Acrylic Figure"],"price":7595,"price_min":7595,"price_max":7595,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":48843097309435,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"8432074908166","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"IONIC - 0816 Antique Gold Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7595,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0816-Antique-Gold-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149361"],"featured_image":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0816-Antique-Gold-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149361","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":41167718711547,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0816-Antique-Gold-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149361"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0816-Antique-Gold-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149361","width":1500}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch1\u003eAntique Gold Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0816\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Gold Base gives your miniatures a deep, patinated antique gold tone. A highly pigmented base colour from Ionic's 3-step system for perfect coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Antique Gold Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e from Ionic Smart Colors is the optimal choice for creating a timeless, patinated and cohesive metallic finish with tones of aged gold. As the first step in Ionic's innovative 3-step system, this colour forms the dominant metal layer for everything from ancient relics to heavy, classic armour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAntique Gold Base is designed to mimic the heavy, saturated lustre of aged gold. Thanks to the natural mica pigments, the paint has an extremely homogeneous coverage with a lustre that feels both massive and genuine. The system guides you methodically through the painting and provides a stable, reflective base that is optimised for further work with washes and highlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh coverage (IONIC-0816):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe dense pigmentation ensures an even finish that covers effectively from the first coat, without hiding the finest details.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eNatural mica pigments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures a fine-grained surface without lumps, giving a more realistic metallic finish on small-scale models.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSmart Packaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComes in a convenient 20ml bottle with a smooth opening mechanism that can be operated with one hand for easy dosing at the palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eTechnical versatility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWater-based acrylic formula that works great for both brush and airbrush, as well as techniques such as dry brushing and edge highlighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 1 - Base (This product):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply Antique Gold Base evenly. To enhance the antique depth of the gold, a dark brown or black primer is recommended as a base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 2 - Wash:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse a Metallic Wash to create natural depth and contrast in seams and around rivets without dampening the metallic feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 3 - Highlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFinish with a lighter gold or silver shade on edges and raised areas to give the surface its reflective and sharp character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}