{"id":9310409326843,"title":"IONIC - 0817 Worn Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","handle":"ionic-0817","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWorn Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0817\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorn Metal Base gives your miniatures a realistic finish of worn steel. A highly pigmented base color 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 Worn Metal Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e from Ionic Smart Colors is the optimal choice for creating a realistic and consistent metallic finish with tones of used and worn steel. Ionic's logical 3-step system simplifies the work process considerably, giving you consistent and professional results on everything from heavy knightly armor to industrial machine components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eWorn Metal Base is designed to mimic the heavy, saturated luster of weathered steel. Thanks to the natural mica pigments, the paint has an extremely homogeneous coverage with a luster that feels both massive and genuine. The system guides you methodically through the painting: from a solid base of worn steel, via a specially formulated metallic wash that creates definition in every detail, to the bright highlights that give the surface its reflective and sharp character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh coverage (IONIC-0817):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe primary metallic color with a deep and saturated steel tone that forms the foundation for the entire set and covers effectively from the first coat.\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 weathering.\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 Worn Metal Base evenly. To bring out the raw depth of the steel, a black primer is recommended as a base coat.\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 shade of silver on the edges and raised areas. This step gives the metal its \"worn but sharp\" look and creates a nice contrast against the dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2026-05-07T12:22:43+02:00","created_at":"2026-05-07T12:22:42+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":48843097637115,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"8432074908173","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"IONIC - 0817 Worn Metal 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-0817-Worn-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149366"],"featured_image":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0817-Worn-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149366","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":41167719006459,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0817-Worn-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149366"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0817-Worn-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1778149366","width":1500}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch1\u003eWorn Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0817\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorn Metal Base gives your miniatures a realistic finish of worn steel. A highly pigmented base color 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 Worn Metal Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e from Ionic Smart Colors is the optimal choice for creating a realistic and consistent metallic finish with tones of used and worn steel. Ionic's logical 3-step system simplifies the work process considerably, giving you consistent and professional results on everything from heavy knightly armor to industrial machine components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eWorn Metal Base is designed to mimic the heavy, saturated luster of weathered steel. Thanks to the natural mica pigments, the paint has an extremely homogeneous coverage with a luster that feels both massive and genuine. The system guides you methodically through the painting: from a solid base of worn steel, via a specially formulated metallic wash that creates definition in every detail, to the bright highlights that give the surface its reflective and sharp character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh coverage (IONIC-0817):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe primary metallic color with a deep and saturated steel tone that forms the foundation for the entire set and covers effectively from the first coat.\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 weathering.\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 Worn Metal Base evenly. To bring out the raw depth of the steel, a black primer is recommended as a base coat.\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 shade of silver on the edges and raised areas. This step gives the metal its \"worn but sharp\" look and creates a nice contrast against the dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}