{"id":9308945547515,"title":"IONIC - 0819 Burnished Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","handle":"ionic-0819","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBurnished Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0819\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Burnished 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 chromatic and cohesive metallic finish with tones of polished steel and dark metal. As the first step in Ionic's innovative 3-step system, this colour forms the dominant metal layer for everything from heavy knightly armour to industrial machine components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurnished Metal Base is designed to mimic the heavy, saturated lustre of polished but dark metal. 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-0819):\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 edge highlighting.\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 Burnished Metal Base evenly. To really bring out the deep steel tone, a 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 shade of silver on the edges and raised areas. This step gives the metal its \"polished\" look and creates a nice contrast against the dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2026-05-05T13:06:16+02:00","created_at":"2026-05-05T13:06:15+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":48836505829627,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"8432074908197","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"IONIC - 0819 Burnished 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-0819-Burnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979178"],"featured_image":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0819-Burnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979178","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":41152820412667,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0819-Burnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979178"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0819-Burnished-Metal-Base-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777979178","width":1500}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch1\u003eBurnished Metal Base (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0819\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Burnished 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 chromatic and cohesive metallic finish with tones of polished steel and dark metal. As the first step in Ionic's innovative 3-step system, this colour forms the dominant metal layer for everything from heavy knightly armour to industrial machine components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurnished Metal Base is designed to mimic the heavy, saturated lustre of polished but dark metal. 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-0819):\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 edge highlighting.\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 Burnished Metal Base evenly. To really bring out the deep steel tone, a 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 shade of silver on the edges and raised areas. This step gives the metal its \"polished\" look and creates a nice contrast against the dark base.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}