{"id":9308945285371,"title":"IONIC - 0818 Tarnished Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","handle":"ionic-0818","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTarnished Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0818\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Tarnished Metal Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom Ionic Smart Colours is the optimal choice for creating a dark, oxidised, and consistent metallic finish with tones of weathered steel and raw iron. Ionic's logical 3-step system simplifies the work process considerably, giving you consistent and professional results on everything from heavy war machines to gothic armour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarnished Metal Base is designed to mimic the heavy, dull sheen of metal that has begun to oxidise or has been exposed to dirt and oil. Thanks to the natural mica pigments, the paint has an extremely homogeneous coverage with a sheen that feels both massive and genuine. The system guides you methodically through the painting: from a solid base of tarnished metal, via a specially formulated metallic wash that creates definition, to the bright highlights that give the surface its necessary contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh coverage (IONIC-0818):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe primary metallic colour with a deep dark 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 stippling and weathering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 Tarnished Metal Base evenly. To enhance the dark, oxidised character, 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 depth in seams and around rivets, enhancing the feel of an old and used metal surface.\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 silver shade on edges and the most exposed points to bring the metal to life and create a nice contrast against the dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2026-05-05T13:04:25+02:00","created_at":"2026-05-05T13:04:25+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":48836504781051,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"8432074908180","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"IONIC - 0818 Tarnished 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-0818-Tarnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979068"],"featured_image":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0818-Tarnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979068","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":41152816775419,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0818-Tarnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979068"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0818-Tarnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979068","width":1500}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch1\u003eTarnished Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0818\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Tarnished Metal Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom Ionic Smart Colours is the optimal choice for creating a dark, oxidised, and consistent metallic finish with tones of weathered steel and raw iron. Ionic's logical 3-step system simplifies the work process considerably, giving you consistent and professional results on everything from heavy war machines to gothic armour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarnished Metal Base is designed to mimic the heavy, dull sheen of metal that has begun to oxidise or has been exposed to dirt and oil. Thanks to the natural mica pigments, the paint has an extremely homogeneous coverage with a sheen that feels both massive and genuine. The system guides you methodically through the painting: from a solid base of tarnished metal, via a specially formulated metallic wash that creates definition, to the bright highlights that give the surface its necessary contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh coverage (IONIC-0818):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe primary metallic colour with a deep dark 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 stippling and weathering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 Tarnished Metal Base evenly. To enhance the dark, oxidised character, 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 depth in seams and around rivets, enhancing the feel of an old and used metal surface.\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 silver shade on edges and the most exposed points to bring the metal to life and create a nice contrast against the dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}